AN ACT to amend and reenact section 26.1-47-02.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to preferred provider arrangements and restrictions on dental care services.

Added clear definition of 'covered services' to include dental care services eligible for reimbursement under a plan, accounting for deductibles, copayments, and other limitations.

Prohibited preferred provider arrangements from directly or indirectly setting or regulating fees charged by preferred providers for dental care services that are not covered services.

Added protection preventing PPOs from restricting patients from receiving or paying for additional dental care services denied by their dental plan.

Required disclosure of rates before receiving dental care, ensuring patients are not charged more than contracted rates for services described in the previous subsection.