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PT 17-26: Dental Administrative Service Organization (DASO) Vendor Change
Maryland Medicaid·MD · Dentistry·Specialty Services
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
Maryland Medicaid dental services will transition from SKYGEN USA to DentaQuest as the new Dental Administrative Service Organization (DASO) effective January 1, 2026. This affects all dental billing and claims processing for Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program participants.
Action Required
Before January 1, 2026: Dental billing teams in Maryland must prepare for transition from SKYGEN USA to DentaQuest systems. Participate in DentaQuest training sessions when offered. Update billing system configurations and provider portals as directed by DentaQuest during their outreach. Monitor communications from DentaQuest for specific system requirements and new processes.