West Virginia Medicaid Dental Coverage

West Virginia provides adult dental benefits through Mountain Health Trust managed care. The adult dental benefit includes preventive services, basic restorative care, and extractions. This coverage is part of what makes West Virginia Medicaid relatively comprehensive compared to other states — many states eliminated or severely cut adult dental benefits during budget contractions.

Cosmetic procedures are not covered. More complex restorative services such as crowns and bridges may require prior authorization and a determination of medical necessity. Call your Mountain Health Promise plan for details before scheduling procedures.

West Virginia Medicaid dental services are coordinated through Mountain Health Promise. Use the Mountain Health Trust provider directory at bms.wv.gov or contact your plan directly to find participating dentists in your county. Rural access can be limited in some parts of West Virginia — if no in-network dentist is available near you, contact your plan to discuss out-of-network access or referral options.

Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across West Virginia provide dental services to Medicaid members and frequently have capacity for new patients. Use the HRSA Health Center Finder at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov to locate an FQHC in your area. FQHCs receive federal funding to maintain access regardless of payment method, making them a reliable option in rural areas where private dental offices may have limited Medicaid participation.