Kids' fluoride varnish is covered with no copay, whether billed as dental or medical
Health plans and insurers that cover fluoride varnish for children must cover it with no deductible or copay when medically necessary, whether billed as dental or medical care. Medi-Cal covers fluoride treatment for people under 21, up from 17 and under.
Who it affects
Health plans, insurers, Medi-Cal and families with children
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
- : Medi-Cal issues billing guidance for fluoride coverage under 21
Official text
California AB 350: Health care coverage: fluoride treatments.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.