H4815

Dental practice ownership

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

South Carolina H4815 prohibits dental insurance entities from owning or participating in dental practices and sets penalties for violations.

South Carolina H4815 amends the state code to make it unlawful for dental insurance policy writers, underwriters, reinsurers, or related entities to own or participate in the business operations of dental practices. The bill also prohibits practicing dentistry or dental hygiene without a license, performing dental work during a license suspension or revocation, and performing dental technological work without proper registration. Violations are subject to misdemeanor penalties, including fines and imprisonment. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Jan 13

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 13

House

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

Dec 16, 2025

House

Prefiled