HB1241

House Bill 1241 mandates that the Arkansas Medicaid Program provide reimbursement for dental and anesthesia services associated with 'high complexity oral health care.' This type of care is defined as treatment for patients with intellectual or developmental disabilities or specific craniofacial conditions as diagnosed by qualified specialists. The bill specifically authorizes reimbursement for accredited dental schools and academic medical centers. It sets a reimbursement limit of $3,750 per episode of care for individuals aged 18 and older who require sedation, with an annual cap of $5,000 per individual. Provision is included for the Department of Human Services to approve requests for benefit extensions beyond the annual cap. The bill also directs the state to seek any necessary federal waivers or state plan amendments to implement these requirements.