N.H. Code Admin. R. He-E 502.21

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024

Section He-E 502.21 - Dental Services

(a) Dental services shall include:

(1) Oral exams, including cancer screenings, which are performed to detect and prevent dental diseases and to identify an individual's dental care needs;

(2) Cleanings;

(3) Restorations;

(4) Prostheses, such as dentures and partial dentures;

(5) Surgical procedures to address infections;

(6) Education regarding dental health; and

(7) When necessary, referrals to other dental or medical services.

(b) Dental services shall be provided by contract agencies or vendors that:

(1) Meet the requirements contained in He-E 502.11 and in any other applicable state laws or rules; and

(2) Employ staff members who are licensed by the NH board of dental examiners in accordance with RSA 317-A.

(c) Contract agencies providing dental services may utilize students enrolled in accredited dental hygiene and dental care programs to assist in the provision of dental care services provided that these students are supervised by contract agency staff that is licensed in accordance with applicable state laws or rules.

(d) For each individual receiving dental services:

(1) An assessment shall be completed and documented;

(2) Goals shall be identified and an individual treatment plan developed; and

(3) Progress notes shall be made by the staff member after each dental visit.

(e) Dental work done only for aesthetic purposes shall not be covered.

N.H. Code Admin. R. He-E 502.21

(See Revision Note at part heading for He-E 502) #10530, eff 2-28-14

Amended by Volume XLII Number 14, Filed April 7, 2022, Proposed by #13354, Effective 3/19/2022, Expires 3/19/2032 (formerly He-E 502.22)