DHCS COVID‑19 Response

DHCS is working with our program partners and state and federal officials to ensure Medi-Cal beneficiaries have access to medically necessary COVID‑19 testing and care. The resources below contain detailed information about our actions during the COVID-19 emergency.

Vaccines

DHCS COVID-19 Vaccine Administration FAQs for Providers - Updated October 18, 2021
Medi-Cal COVID-19 Vaccination Rates - Updated October 15, 2021
APL 20-022 (Revised): COVID-19 Vaccine Administration - Updated September 29, 2021
APL 21-010: Medi-Cal COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive Program – Updated September 1, 2021
APL 21-010: Vaccination Incentive Program – Health Plan Outcome Metrics – Updated September 1, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Engagement - July 27, 2021

Beneficiaries & Members

Recent:
Premium Waiver Due to COVID-19 - Updated June 19, 2021
Guidance on Non-Discrimination in Medical Treatment for COVID 19 - January 14, 2021
Beneficiaries: Important Information About Medi-Cal and COVID-19 - Updated June 17, 2020
Dental Care: Resuming Preventive Services - June 2, 2020
Family PACT Client FAQs for COVID-19 - April 21, 2020

Waiver Requests & Approvals

Recent:
SPA 21-0042: Approval for Extension of COVID-19 IHSS Sick Leave Benefits - July 28, 2021
Appendix K for 1115 Waivers Approval Letter: Update for Extension of Approval Period - June 9, 2021
Appendix K for 1115 Waivers: Update for Extension of Approval Period - June 9, 2021
SPA 21-0027: Income Disregard for Golden State Stimulus or Grant Payments - June 4, 2021
SPA 21-0027: Disaster Relief for the Golden State Supplement and Grant - April 9, 2021

Vaccines - CDPH Resources

“30 Conversations in 30 Days” Campaign
Pregnancy and the COVID-19 Vaccine
My Vaccine Record
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Employer Vaccination Toolkit
COVID Response Toolkit

Providers & Partners

Recent:
HCBA IN 21-01: New COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Adult Care Facilities and Direct Care Worker and Information Regarding Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Booster - September 30, 2021
ALW IN 21-01: New COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Adult Care Facilities and Direct Care Worker and Information Regarding Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Booster - September 30, 2021
IN 21-06: New COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Adult Care Facilities and Direct Care Worker and Information Regarding Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Booster - September 30, 2021
IN 21-03: New COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Adult Care Facilities and Direct Care Worker and Information Regarding Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Booster - September 30, 2021
MEDIL I 21-21: COVID-19 Global Outreach Language - September 20, 2021

Funding Opportunities for Health Providers

Resources offering potential funding opportunities to assist our partners during the COVID-19 public health emergency.