Changes to rule 8.960 for the Senior Dental Program

“This is to notify stakeholders that there will be technical changes to Rule 8.960 for the Colorado Dental Health Care Program for Low-Income Seniors (Senior Dental Program).  Click here to view the changes. This change ONLY clarifies covered dental care services under the Senior Dental Program and makes no changes to the existing program policy, covered services, or eligible seniors.  The clarification includes diagnostic imaging, emergency services, endodontic services, evaluation, oral and maxillofacial surgery, palliative treatment, periodontal treatment, preventive services, prophylaxis, removable prosthesis, and restorative services.

The Public Rule Review Meeting is scheduled for November 23, 2015, the Medical Services Board initial approval is December 11, 2015, and the MSB final adoption date is January 8, 2016.  If you should have any questions or comments please send those to chandra.vital@state.co.us or by phone at 303-866-5506.” [Source: HCPF]