Bill119th CongressFiled Jul 22, 2026Health
S. 5089
Medicare Dental Benefit Act of 2026
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 22, 2026)
Medicare Dental Benefit Act of 2026
This bill provides for Medicare coverage of dental and oral health services, including routine diagnostic and preventive services, basic and major dental services, and emergency care; dental prostheses are also covered. Currently, such services are excluded from Medicare coverage.
What just happenedJul 22, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Alsobrooks, Angela D. [D-MD](D-MD)Sponsor
2 cosponsors
- Introduced in SenateJul 22, 2026