Does Missouri Care pay for braces?

Does Missouri Care pay for braces?

Every parent knows that regular visits to the dentist, starting in early childhood, help maintain healthy teeth. Our eligible members benefit from receiving MO HealthNet Managed Care coverage for the kinds of regular dental services that promote and protect good oral health. This includes some orthodontic care.

What is considered medically necessary for braces?

In order for orthodontics to be considered medically necessary, the case should include the treatment of craniofacial abnormalities, malocclusions caused by trauma, or craniofacial disharmonies. Also, treatment may be covered when provided in conjunction with other medical issue(s), such as a syndrome, trauma, etc.

Does Medicaid cover doulas in Missouri?

The contract between the Medicaid agency and the MCOs states that, “Services by a certified doula including childbirth education, emotional and physical support during pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum, are covered.” (See Section 6.1.

Does Medicaid cover braces in Ohio?

Braces – covered if they are medically necessary. Medicaid covers medical braces but does not cover cosmetic braces; Checkups and Cleanings – 2 cleanings per year are covered for adults.

Is braces considered medical or cosmetic?

In some cases, effective orthodontic work eliminates a patient’s desire for cosmetic work. However, braces can also be considered an area of cosmetic dentistry. If misalignment is noticeable but not affecting oral health, braces for this purpose would fall under the cosmetic realm.

Does insurance pay for doula?

Even though insurance doesn’t outright cover a doula, it’s important to keep itemized receipts from your doula with their tax information, NPI information (national provider index number) if they are accredited, and give them to your insurance. Your insurance may reimburse you up to 50-75% of your doula fees!

What is doula coverage?

​Doula Services as a Medi-Cal Benefit Doula services include personal support to women and families throughout a woman’s pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum experience. This includes emotional and physical support, provided during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period.

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