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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