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HD 3362

An Act relative to dental service quotes

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Marc Lombardo

Requires Massachusetts dentists to provide written price quotes before non-emergency treatment, increasing patient price transparency and enabling informed healthcare decisions.

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Bill Summary · HD 3362

Legislative bill overview

HD 3362 requires dental service providers in Massachusetts to furnish written price estimates or quotes to patients before delivering non-emergency dental services. The bill establishes transparency requirements for dental billing and sets standards for how quotes must be presented to consumers before treatment begins.

Why is this important

Dental care costs are often opaque and unpredictable for consumers, leading to surprise bills and financial strain. This bill addresses a significant consumer protection gap by requiring upfront pricing disclosure, allowing patients to make informed decisions about their care and shop between providers if needed.

Potential points of contention

  • Provider burden: Dental practices may argue that generating detailed written quotes for every patient creates administrative costs and delays treatment, particularly for emergency or complex cases requiring diagnosis before accurate pricing
  • Insurance complexity: Coordinating quotes with dental insurance plans can be complicated due to varying coverage levels, deductibles, and pre-authorization requirements, making uniform quote standards difficult
  • Definition gaps: The bill may lack clarity on what constitutes "non-emergency" services and whether quotes must account for potential complications discovered during treatment that could alter final costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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