Rhode Island H7837 allows public health dental hygienists to seek reimbursement from other insurance or third-party payors.

Rhode Island H7837 amends the General Laws to allow public health dental hygienists to seek reimbursement from other insurance or third-party payors, such as Medicare. This change applies to dental hygienists working in public health settings, including schools, nursing homes, and community health centers. The bill ensures that these hygienists can provide services without direct supervision from a dentist, provided they follow specific guidelines and obtain necessary consents from patients. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.

Rhode Island H7837 allows public health dental hygienists to seek reimbursement from other insurance or third-party payors.

Rhode Island H7837 amends the General Laws to allow public health dental hygienists to seek reimbursement from other insurance or third-party payors, such as Medicare. This change applies to dental hygienists working in public health settings, including schools, nursing homes, and community health centers. The bill ensures that these hygienists can provide services without direct supervision from a dentist, provided they follow specific guidelines and obtain necessary consents from patients. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.