Medi-Cal providers: nonprofit public benefit corporations.
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Overview
This bill expands the Medi-Cal provider enrollment process to include nonprofit public benefit corporations that provide nonspecialty mental health services. It simplifies enrollment procedures for certain providers, particularly those operating through nonprofit corporations, and clarifies how they can bill for services. The bill also addresses exemptions for clinic licensure and mobile health care units, aiming to streamline access to Medi-Cal services.
Key provisions
- Allows nonprofit public benefit corporations with tax-exempt status to enroll in Medi-Cal.
- Simplifies enrollment for providers operating through qualifying nonprofits, particularly for mental health services.
- Clarifies billing procedures for providers operating from multiple locations.
- Expands exemptions from clinic licensure for certain providers.
- Creates a streamlined enrollment process for mobile optometric offices.
Who is affected
- Medi-Cal providers
- Nonprofit public benefit corporations
- Healthcare providers offering mental health services
- Medi-Cal beneficiaries
- Health facilities and clinics
Notable changes
- Extends Medi-Cal enrollment to nonprofit public benefit corporations.
- Reduces the number of enrollment steps for certain providers.
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