STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS26753
This legislation will clarify current language in Idaho Code that a dental plan contracting with a dentist
cannot set the rate for a procedure that is not covered by that contract. The proposed bill further defines that
covered services are services that a dental plan contracting with a dentist is liable for paying either in part
or in whole. The bill provides for discussion and notice between a dentist and patient when the patient's
services become non-covered services due to the patient exceeding their capped benefit by 100 percent. The
bill will apply to any dental plan or contract which is issued after December 31, 2019.
FISCAL NOTE
This legislation does not impact public health programs. Therefore, there is no fiscal impact to the State
General Fund. There is no fiscal impact on local government funds.
Contact:
Senator Mary Souza
(208) 332-1322
Elizabeth Criner
Idaho State Dental Assn.
(208) 385-7070
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
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Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 41-1849, 41-3444