what does medicaid pays for dental in california vs text
A comparison of Medicaid dental reimbursements in 2024 reveals that California generally pays higher rates for preventative services like oral evaluations and cleanings, while Texas pays higher rates for restorative procedures such as composite fillings. California's total expenditure on top dental procedures is significantly higher, lead by periodic oral evaluations which accounted for over $195 million in 2024.
CA Periodic Eval (D0120)
$69.06
TX Periodic Eval (D0120)
$29.47
CA Child Cleaning (D1120)
$49.73
TX Child Cleaning (D1120)
$33.78
Comparison of Average Medicaid Reimbursement Rates (2024)
| Code | Procedure | State | Avg Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2392 | Resin Filling (2 Surface) | Texas | $94.64 |
| D2392 | Resin Filling (2 Surface) | California | $64.71 |
| D1110 | Adult Prophylaxis | California | $83.40 |
| D1110 | Adult Prophylaxis | Texas | $49.91 |
| D7210 | Tooth Extraction | Texas | $125.50 |
| D7210 | Tooth Extraction | California | $121.30 |