1. Definitions. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise provides:
- a. “Commissioner” means the commissioner of insurance.
- b. “Covered person” means the same as defined in section 514C.3C.
- c. “Dental care provider” means the same as defined in section 514C.3C.
- d. “Dental care service plan” means the same as defined in section 514C.3C.
- e. “Dental carrier” means the same as defined in section 514C.3C.
2. Required disclosures. If a covered person’s dental care service plan is subject to the insurance laws and regulations of this state, or subject to the jurisdiction of the commissioner, a dental carrier shall do all of the following:
- a. Disclose to a dental care provider through an online dental care provider portal, or other easily accessible means, that a covered person’s dental care service plan is state-regulated.
- b. Include the statement “state-regulated” on an electronic or physical identification card issued to a covered person on or after July 1, 2025.
- 3. Waiver prohibited. The requirements of this section shall not be waived by contract. Any contract contrary to this section shall be null and void.
- 4. Rules. The commissioner may adopt rules pursuant to chapter 17A to administer this section.
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2025 Acts, ch 37, §2