KY3 Digital Extra: Missouri expands dental care access for adults on Medicaid

Published: Nov. 6, 2026 at 11:17 AM CST|Updated: 2 hours ago

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Missouri has added limited dental coverage for adults on Medicaid and increased reimbursement rates for dentists, improving access to oral health care.

In a one-on-one conversation, KY3’s Steve Grant speaks with Suzanne King of The Beacon-Kansas City about the changes and the remaining gaps. Read more of Suzanne King’s reporting by clicking here.

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