An Act to provide a reimbursement schedule for dental services under the Medicaid program.

Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of South Dakota:

Section 1. That chapter 28-6 be amended with a NEW SECTION:

The Department of Social Services shall establish, maintain, and publish a reimbursement schedule for dental services delivered under the Medicaid program. The schedule shall provide a reimbursement amount for each service.

The department shall determine reimbursement amounts based on a percentage of current normal and customary dental fees in this state.

The department may seek the assistance of third parties to determine current normal and customary dental fees.

The reimbursement schedule must be established in rule and annually adjusted, pursuant to chapter 1-26.