Effective July 1, 2011, Florida Medicaid is pleased to announce that the Florida Legislature funded a 48.63% increase in reimbursement for dental (CDT) procedure codes provided to children ages 0 to 20.

The new Dental General Fee Schedule effective July 1 is posted at www.mymedicaid-florida.com. Select "Public Information for Providers," then "Provider Support," then "Fee Schedules." Select "Dental General."

 The 0-20 Fee column indicates the reimbursement for dental procedures provided to children.

 Area Medicaid offices can help with any questions Providers may have about the fee schedule or dental coverage policy.

The area offices also offer a variety of monthly training sessions for Medicaid providers. Each area office lists training details and area-specific information online at www.ahca.myflorida.com. Select "Medicaid," then the "Area Offices" tab.