New York A05928 requires dental therapists to be licensed and registered, and allows Medicaid reimbursement for their services.

New York A05928 mandates that individuals practicing dental therapy must be licensed and registered in the state. It outlines requirements for licensure, including education from accredited programs, clinical competency, and passing a written examination. Dental therapists must also complete continuing education and collaborate with a supervising dentist. The bill provides Medicaid reimbursement for services provided by licensed dental therapists. It authorizes the commissioner of education to adopt necessary regulations to implement these provisions.

New York A05928 requires dental therapists to be licensed and registered, and allows Medicaid reimbursement for their services.

New York A05928 mandates that individuals practicing dental therapy must be licensed and registered in the state. It outlines requirements for licensure, including education from accredited programs, clinical competency, and passing a written examination. Dental therapists must also complete continuing education and collaborate with a supervising dentist. The bill provides Medicaid reimbursement for services provided by licensed dental therapists. It authorizes the commissioner of education to adopt necessary regulations to implement these provisions.