Comment on CMS-2026-2081-0001
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)SupportTrade association
Summary: The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) supports the continued recognition of pediatric dental services as an Essential Health Benefit (EHB) and advocates for strengthening its implementation. They urge CMS to ensure consistency across states, align benefits with clinical guidelines, and close regulatory loopholes that allow children to be left without dental coverage.
Please see the attached response to the CMS RFI from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD). Thank you for the opportunity to provide input on this proposed rule.