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.

Beneficiaries & Members

Recent:
Beneficiaries: Important Information About Medi-Cal and COVID-19 - Updated on June 17, 2020
Dental Care: Resuming Preventive Services - June 2, 2020
Family PACT Client FAQs for COVID-19 - Apr 21, 2020
When Is Dental Care an Emergency? A COVID-19 Guide for Families - Apr 10, 2020
Hospital Presumptive Eligibility: COVID-19 Flexibilities - Apr 2, 2020

Waiver Requests & Approvals

Recent:
Appendix K Approval Letter: HCBA and ALW – Central Valley COVID-19 “Hot Spots” - September 18, 2020
Appendix K for 1915c Waivers: HCBA and ALW – Central Valley COVID-19 “Hot Spots” - September 18, 2020
Appendix K Approval Letter: HCBS-DD Assistive Technology - September 18, 2020
Appendix K for 1915c Waivers: HCBS-DD Assistive Technology - September 18, 2020
CMS Approves Additional 1135 Waivers - August 21, 2020

Providers & Partners

Recent:
ACWDL 20-16 – Information Regarding the Lost Wages Assistance Program – September 18, 2020
Appendix K Approval Letter: HCBA and ALW – Central Valley COVID-19 “Hot Spots” - September 18, 2020
Appendix K for 1915c Waivers: HCBA and ALW – Central Valley COVID-19 “Hot Spots” - September 18, 2020
California Children’s Services Medical Therapy Programs during COVID-19 - Step 2 Guidance - September 18, 2020
Access to Medical Therapy Units for Medically Necessary Therapy Services - September 18, 2020

Funding Opportunities for Health Providers

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