AB 384
Health care coverage: mental health and substance use disorders: inpatient admissions.
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Bill overview
This bill, the California Mental Health Protection Act, aims to improve access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment by eliminating prior authorization requirements for inpatient admissions and related services. Specifically, it prohibits health insurance plans and policies, as well as the Medi-Cal program, from requiring prior authorization for 24-hour inpatient care or medically necessary services provided to individuals receiving that care. The bill also establishes penalties for non-compliance and ensures implementation is contingent on federal funding and approvals.
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