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WEBCalifornia Healthline covers health policy and politics in the state and nation. Find stories on opioids, COVID-19, Medi-Cal, elections, and more.
What the Federal ‘No Surprises Act’ Means in California
WEBJan 26, 2022 · The No Surprises Act, which took effect in January 2022, bans balance billing by out-of-network providers at in-network facilities and for most emergency room care. It covers millions of Californians in employer-sponsored and individual/family health plans, as well as air ambulance services.
Shopping for ACA Health Insurance? Here’s What’s New This Year
WEBOct 31, 2022 · People who earn up to 150% of the federal poverty level — $20,385 for an individual and $27,465 for a couple — can get an ACA plan with no monthly premium. Consumers who earn up to 400% of the federal poverty level — $54,360 for an individual and $73,240 for a couple — get sliding scale subsidies to help offset premium costs.
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WEBCalifornia Healthline is a publication by KFF Health News for the California Health Care Foundation, covering health policy, delivery and financing issues in California. It provides news, opinion and original reporting for health care professionals, decision makers, media and consumers.
California Makes It Easier for Low-Income Residents to Get and …
WEBJul 19, 2021 · A provision in California’s newly approved state budget will eliminate the asset test for the 2 million Californians enrolled in both Medi-Cal and Medicare, the federal health insurance program for people 65 and older …
WEBUse this form to join or change Medi-Cal plans in Los Angeles County. Fill in your personal and plan information, and sign the choice statement to agree to the conditions of the plan you choose.
What Older Americans Need to Know About Taking Paxlovid
WEBJan 18, 2023 · Paxlovid is an antiviral treatment for mild to moderate covid in high-risk patients, including most people 65 and older. Learn how to get it, what side effects to expect, and how to avoid drug interactions and rebound infections.
California Lawmakers Approve Nation-Leading $25 Minimum …
WEBSep 15, 2023 · A bill approved by state lawmakers would phase in the wage increase for hospitals, nursing homes, and other health facilities over several years. The deal also ends a long-running battle over dialysis clinics and bars local governments from setting higher minimum wages for health workers.
New California Law Makes It Easier to Get Care for Mental Health …
WEBFeb 11, 2021 · SB-855, which took effect Jan. 1, 2021, requires state-regulated health plans to use nationally recognized clinical standards and cover a broader range of conditions for mental health and addiction treatment. It also allows out-of-network providers to be reimbursed at in-network rates if timely care is not available nearby.
Medi-Cal Enrollees: Here’s How to Verify Your Eligibility
WEBMay 5, 2023 · Learn how to update your contact information and check your eligibility for Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program for low-income residents. Find out what to do if you receive a renewal form or a notice of termination and where to get help.