MO Medicaid Matters
Serving Medicaid patients helps improve oral health in your community while creating a steady source of revenue for your practice.
In 2022, reimbursement rates for dental Medicaid increased to 80% of UCR. In some cases, compensating providers more competitively than private dental insurance.
With direct support, simplified resources, and competitive reimbursement rates, becoming a Medicaid provider can benefit both your patients and your practice.
Only 3 out of 10 Missouri dentists accept Medicaid patients.
1 in 8 Missourians rely on Medicaid to access dental care.
2 in 3 nursing home patients in Missouri are covered by Medicaid.
1 in 3 children in Missouri are covered by Medicaid.
2 in 7 people with disabilities in MO are covered by Medicaid.
A Strong Start
Become a Medicaid Provider
Becoming a Medicaid provider may feel overwhelming at first — but our short, 30-minute training modules make the process easier to understand and navigate.
Medicaid-Mini Series
Adding Medicaid: Your Practice, Your Way
Review the most profitable ways to incorporate Medicaid into your practice, today. Set yourself up for profit potential and positively impact your bottom line.
Meet Your Payors
Your payor mix should be based on your patient’s needs. From Managed Care to Fee-For-Service, gain clarity before credentialing so you know which payors with which to enroll.
Credentialing 101
Review the Dental Medicaid Provider application process, learn what’s relevant, and make sure you have everything you need to begin the credentialing process.
Decoding the Codes
Every patient has a path, and a set of ME Code to get you there. Decoding the Codes will provide clarity on how to approach ME Codes based on your patients and your practice.
Coding Claims with Confidence
Coding claims means getting paid. Be sure to listen on these tips and tricks so your claims are approved and paid promptly.
MO HealthNet
Know a Patient Needing Care?
Use MO HealthNet’s provider search to find providers accepting Medicaid nearby.
For Managed Care Plans:
Home State Health and Show Me Healthy Kids >
United Healthcare >
DentaQuest >
MO HealthNet
Additional Resources
Here for You at Every Step
Schedule A Session
Medicaid can seem overwhelming, but we're here to help. Your Dental Medicaid Facilitator, Lori Reed, is here to talk about your challenges or questions.
Schedule a one-on-one session below or email Lori at lreed@oralhealthmissouri.org.