Bill may provide more transparency in dental insurance
As a result of high treatment costs and a rising number of insurance denials, dentists in Nebraska have reported a drop in adherence to scheduled appointments among patients across the state, according to a news article from 3 News Now.
A new bill, introduced by state Sen. Stan Clouse, would pressure insurance companies to spend a minimum of 85% on patient care or provide patients with a refund. If the legislation were to pass, dentists hope that insurance companies would be encouraged to prioritize patients. Similar bills have already passed in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
The bill was presented on March 10 to the banking committee.
Read more: 3 News Now
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