Existing law, the Dental Practice Act, establishes the Dental Board of California in the Department of Consumer Affairs to license and regulate the practice of dentistry.

This bill would state the intent of the Legislature to subsequently enact legislation that would establish minimum standards for online dental provider information portals to require them to allow a user to verify eligibility, submit claims, access fee schedules, and obtain other critical information to promote transparency, efficiency, and timely access to information necessary for the delivery of dental care.