Providing that the selection of alternative payment methods by a dental provider will remain in force for the duration of a contract with a dental benefit plan.

HB 2286 prevents dental benefit plans from restricting dentists to only credit card payments and requires that once a dentist selects an alternative payment method (like electronic transfers), it remains in effect for the entire contract term, including renewals. Dental benefit plans must clearly inform dentists about fees for specific payment methods and cannot charge for electronic payments without the dentist's consent. Any contract term attempting to override these requirements is invalid, ensuring dentists retain control over their payment preferences.