Medi-Cal: cost sharing and accessibility.
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Fiscal committee
No
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to make Medi-Cal more accessible and affordable for eligible adults. It proposes a very small copayment of $0.01 for non-emergency services, prohibits denial of care due to unpaid copayments, and creates an exemption for services costing $10 or less. The bill also addresses retroactive eligibility, streamlines the application process, and ensures that the application is accessible to all applicants, including those with limited English proficiency or disabilities. Finally, it establishes a process for stakeholder feedback on the Medi-Cal eligibility system.
Key provisions
- Sets a $0.01 copayment for non-emergency services for Medicaid expansion adults.
- Prohibits denial of care due to nonpayment of copayments.
- Creates an exemption for services costing $10 or less.
- Extends retroactive eligibility for up to three months for certain applicants.
- Requires a standardized, accessible application for Medi-Cal and other insurance affordability programs.
- Mandates user-testing of the application for accuracy and readability in multiple languages.
- Allows for self-attestation for eligibility criteria, including work or community engagement activities.
- Establishes a process for stakeholder feedback on the Medi-Cal eligibility system.
Who is affected
- Medicaid expansion adults
- Medi-Cal beneficiaries
- Healthcare providers
- California residents
- Individuals seeking health insurance
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