An Act relative to dental insurance coverage of periodontal treatments

HD 799 requires all dental insurance plans in Massachusetts to cover two specific periodontal treatments: oral cancer screenings (dental exams for mouth cancer signs) and laser bacterial reduction therapy (a procedure using lasers to reduce harmful mouth bacteria). This applies to dental plans offered to Commonwealth employees (active or retired) under the Group Insurance Commission, as well as to all dental benefit plans provided by insurers licensed in Massachusetts. The bill mandates this coverage by amending key sections of the General Laws related to dental insurance regulations. It directly affects all dental insurers and plan administrators operating in Massachusetts.