The bill amends K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 40-2,227 to enhance the regulations surrounding dental benefit plans, specifically regarding payment methods to dentists. It prohibits dental benefit plans from restricting payment methods solely to credit card payments and mandates that if electronic funds transfer payments are used, the dentist must be notified of any associated fees and provided with clear instructions on selecting alternative payment methods. Additionally, the bill requires that dentists explicitly accept any payment method, ensuring that their chosen payment methodology remains effective until they decide to change it or a new contract is executed.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that dental benefit plans cannot charge fees for transmitting payments through the automated clearing house network unless the dentist has consented to such fees. It also clarifies that any contractual arrangements that conflict with these provisions will be deemed null and void. The existing section of K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 40-2,227 is repealed, and the new provisions will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 40-2
As Amended by Senate Committee: 40-2