What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 2012.
Medicare Dental Benefit Act: New Comprehensive Coverage for Seniors Starting 2025.
This Act introduces comprehensive dental coverage under the Medicare program, covering routine preventive care, basic services like fillings, and major procedures including root canals and dentures. This change will significantly reduce out-of-pocket dental costs for millions of seniors and disabled individuals. Full coverage (80%) will be phased in over eight years, though low-income beneficiaries will receive 80% coverage immediately.
Key points
Medicare will cover most dental services, including cleanings, exams, fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, and dentures.
Routine cleanings and exams are limited to twice per 12-month period.
The standard coverage rate (80%) will be phased in over eight years, but low-income individuals receive 80% coverage immediately.
The new dental benefits will become available starting January 1, 2025.
Status:
Expired
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