13de octubre de 2025
Principales noticias
Último reporte trimestral de gestión de la atención mejorada y apoyos comunitarios disponible
On October 10, DHCS released the latest Enhanced Care Management (ECM) and Community Supports quarterly report, covering data from January 2022 through March 2025. These services help Medi-Cal members stay healthier and avoid more costly health care services, such as emergency department visits and hospital stays. Key highlights from Q1 2025 include:
- La inscripción en ECM aumentó un 61 por ciento en comparación con el primer trimestre de 2024, con 177,527 miembros atendidos.
- La inscripción en ECM entre niños y jóvenes se duplicó con creces.
- Community Supports llegó a más de 429,000 miembros, con más de 1.1 millones de servicios prestados.
- Casi el 94 por ciento de los afiliados a Medi-Cal tienen acceso a al menos 10 apoyos comunitarios.
- Los servicios más empleados incluyen comidas médicamente adaptadas y apoyos relacionados con la vivienda.
Además, para apoyar la expansión de ECM y Community Supports, DHCS otorgó más de $ 1.43 mil millones a través de su Proporcionar acceso y transformar la salud (PATH), incluidas las iniciativas de Transición, Expansión y Desarrollo de Capacidad e Infraestructura (CITED), Planeación e Implementación Colaborativas (CPI) y el Mercado de Asistencia Técnica. Este trabajo ayuda a los californianos a vivir vidas más saludables y estables.
Planes Medi-Medi disponibles durante la inscripción abierta de Medicare
Durante la inscripción abierta de Medicare, del 15 de octubre al 7 de diciembre, los californianos elegibles pueden inscribir en Planes Medi-Medi , a type of Medicare Advantage plan that combines Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits into one coordinated plan. In 2026, these plans will be available in 41 counties, up from 12 counties in 2025. Medi-Medi Plans currently serve approximately 330,000 members. Starting in 2026, nine new Medi-Medi Plans will launch, and three existing Medi-Medi Plans will expand, to serve 461,000 potential members in 29 additional counties. Medi-Medi Plans simplify care with one member identification card, one care team, and integrated services across medical, behavioral health, and long-term services and supports. They also include wraparound Medi-Cal services and specialized care coordination. Joining a Medi-Medi Plan is voluntary. To join one, members can call Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE or call Medi-Cal’s Health Care Options at 1-800-430-4263 (TTY 1-800-430-7077). If already enrolled in a Medi-Cal health plan, members may call the plan directly and ask about their Medi-Medi Plan option. For more information, visit the Sitio web del plan Medi-Medi del DHCS .
Program Actualizaciones
Enmienda propuesta a la exención de Medi-Cal Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) 1915(c) para californianos con discapacidades del desarrollo
DHCS está buscando la opinión de los miembros, proveedores y otras partes interesadas sobre la enmienda propuesta a la exención 1915 (c) de Medi-Cal HCBS para californianos con discapacidades del desarrollo ( Exención HCBS-DD ). Under the Lanterman Act administered by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), people with developmental disabilities are eligible to receive services and supports that meet their individual needs and choices. DDS, under DHCS oversight, ensures that the HCBS-DD waiver is implemented by Regional Centers in accordance with Medicaid law and the State’s approved waiver application. Regional centers coordinate, provide, arrange, and/or purchase the services and supports available under the HCBS-DD waiver.
DHCS planea presentar la enmienda de exención propuesta a los Centros de Servicios de Medicare y Medicaid (CMS) antes del 28 de noviembre, para una fecha de vigencia propuesta del 1de marzo de 2026. Se pueden obtener copias de la enmienda propuesta y se pueden enviar comentarios por email Federal.Programs@dds.ca.gov . Please include “HCBS Waiver” in the subject line or message. To ensure consideration, comments must be received by November 12. While comments submitted after this date will still be accepted, DHCS may not be able to review them before submitting the HCBS-DD waiver amendment to CMS.
Se abre un nuevo centro de acogida para jóvenes allcove en San Juan Capistrano
On October 9, DHCS announced the opening of a new allcove youth drop-in center in San Juan Capistrano, funded through the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) and in partnership with the Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission. The centers are designed with and for youth, expanding access to evidence-based, youth-driven behavioral health services for people aged 12-25 in Orange County. The center offers mental health support, physical health, peer services, substance use support, and education and employment resources in one welcoming, stigma-free space. This investment is a part of CYBHI’s broader effort to transform California’s behavioral health system by reducing barriers to care, supporting community connections, and building a youth-centered, coordinated system of support across California. For more information about site details and access, please visit allcove San Juan Capistrano.
Únete a nuestro equipo
DHCS está buscando personas talentosas y motivadas para servir como:
- Jefe de la División de Sistemas Integrados de Atención. El Jefe dirige las actividades de entrega, cumplimiento y monitoreo de los sistemas de atención médica en todo el estado para poblaciones vulnerables que son elegibles para Medi-Cal y otros Program y servicios estatales de atención médica. Las solicitudes deben enviar antes del 14 de octubre.
- Chief, CA-MMIS Operations Division. The Chief leads the administration, oversight, and monitoring of DHCS’ Fiscal Intermediary (FI) Business Operations and FI-Maintenance and Operations (M&O) contracts for the Medi-Cal program. In this role, the Chief also provides oversight of the FI-M&O vendor and related systems used to assist with the processing of approximately $21 billion annually in Medi-Cal claim payments. Applications must be submitted by October 16.
DHCS is also hiring for its Audits and Investigations, Fiscal, Strategic Planning and Workforce Development, and other teams. For more information, please visit the CalCareers website.
Próximas reuniones de partes interesadas y seminarios web
El DHCS publica las próximas reuniones públicas en el Calendario de Eventos del DHCS. DHCS ofrece servicios asistenciales gratis, incluyendo interpretación de lenguaje, subtitulado en tiempo real y formato alternativo de materiales de reuniones. Para aplicar servicios, por favor envíe un email a DHCS a la dirección de contacto correspondiente al menos diez días laborables antes de la reunión.
California Children’s Services (CCS) Advisory Group Meeting
On October 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. PDT, DHCS will hold the quarterly California Children’s Services Advisory Group meeting. DHCS and the CCS Advisory Group partner to ensure children in the CCS/Whole Child Model program receive appropriate and timely access to quality care. Agenda topics include updates on 2025 priorities and Medi-Cal Rx pharmacy benefits. Additional information and meeting details are available on the CCS Advisory Group webpage. Please email CCSProgram@dhcs.ca.gov if you have any questions.
Capacitación integral sobre colocación de implantes intrauterinos (DIU) y anticonceptivos
On October 15-17, DHCS’ Office of Family Planning will host the Comprehensive IUD and Contraceptive Implant Placement Training series. Participants may choose between IUD and Implant Placement training on October 15-16, from 7:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. (advance registration required), with both days covering the same content. This training is designed for both new and experienced providers who want to build or refine their skills in IUD placement and removal. The agenda covers patient counseling and consent, method selection, instrument use, and step-by-step instruction for all U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved IUDs. Participants will receive hands-on practice with pelvic models and computer simulators under the guidance of family planning experts. Advanced topics include managing side effects, pain control, troubleshooting difficult placements, and creating clinic flow for same-day IUD services.
Alternatively, participants may select the Implant-Only Placement on October 17, from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. (advance registration required). Participants will receive hands-on training for NEXPLANON® placement and removal procedures as well as implant localization techniques. For more IUD resources, visit IUD & Implant Resources.
Proceso de planeación comunitaria de transformación de la salud conductual: seminario sitio web
On October 16, from 2 to 3 p.m. PDT, DHCS will host a public informational webinar on engaging in the Behavioral Health Services Act Community Planning Process. This process represents the local stakeholder and partner engagement requirement for each county’s Integrated Plan under the Behavioral Health Services Act. During the session, participants will learn how to become involved in the Community Planning Process, how DHCS evaluates meaningful stakeholder engagement in the Integrated Plan, and about resources available to help foster engagement efforts. Individuals must register to participate virtually. Visit the Behavioral Health Transformation webpage for more information and resources.
Comité Asesor de Calidad y Equidad para la Transformación de la Salud Conductual: Seminario sitio web
On October 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. PDT, DHCS will host the eighth Behavioral Health Transformation Quality and Equity Advisory Committee (QEAC) public webinar (advance registration required). During the meeting, committee members will collaborate and provide feedback on DHCS’ work to measure and evaluate the quality and efficacy of behavioral health services and programs in California. Attendees can provide direct input to DHCS using the Q&A feature. Visit the Behavioral Health Transformation Stakeholder Engagement webpage for more information about the QEAC webinars and additional resources. Please send any questions related to Behavioral Health Transformation and/or the QEAC webinars to BHTinfo@dhcs.ca.gov.
Seminario sitio web del Centro de aprendizaje ACES Aware
El 23 de octubre, de 12 a 13:00 PDT, la iniciativa ACEs Aware de DHCS celebrará un seminario sitio web, Proveedores de California: Apoyan la Salud Conductual Juvenil con Estas Herramientas Digitales Gratis (se requiere inscripción anticipada). Como parte de la serie Implementación con Intención, el Centro de Aprendizaje Consciente de ACES contará con las Plataformas de Servicios Virtuales de Salud Conductual desarrolladas a través de CYBHI, que incluyen Mirror, Soluna y BrightLife Kids. Las presentaciones incluirán ideas sobre cómo estas plataformas pueden integrar en las vías de atención, mejorar la participación con las poblaciones jóvenes y ampliar el alcance de los servicios de salud conductual en comunidades diversas.
Fortalecimiento de las conexiones con las mejores prácticas para niños y jóvenes: seminario sitio web
On October 24, from 10 to 11 a.m. PDT, DHCS will host a public webinar, Strengthening Connections with Children and Youth Providers (advance registration required). The webinar is part of a series of PATH CPI webinars designed to highlight best practices for implementing ECM and Community Supports, increase providers’ successful participation in California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM), and improve collaboration with Medi-Cal health plans, state and local government agencies, and others to build and deliver quality benefits and services to Medi-Cal members. The webinar will demonstrate how First 5 programs across California are working with ECM and Community Supports services and providers and explain how schools and school districts help connect children and families with local organizations, youth programs, and health plans. All webinar recordings and best practices resources will be made available at ca-path.com/collaborative under the “Best Practices and Resources” section. For questions, please email collaborative@ca-path.com.
Reunión del Comité Asesor de Partes Interesadas (SAC)/Salud Conductual (BH)-SAC
On October 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. PDT, DHCS will host the hybrid SAC/BH-SAC meeting (advance registration required for online and in-person participation) at 1700 K Street (first-floor conference room 17.1014), Sacramento. SAC provides DHCS with valuable input and feedback on efforts to provide equitable access to quality health care. BH-SAC provides DHCS with input on behavioral health initiatives and was created as part of the ongoing effort to integrate behavioral health with the greater health care system. The agenda and other meeting materials will be posted as the meeting date approaches. For more information, please email SACinquiries@dhcs.ca.gov or BehavioralHealthSAC@dhcs.ca.gov.
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Smile, California: Evento de furgoneta dental móvil (condado de Inyo)
On October 16-18, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PDT, mobile dental van events will be held in Inyo County to provide free dental services. The van will be located at 1360 N Main Street in Bishop. Smile, California will support the events with a custom flyer, social media posts, and a Smile Alert to notify members and partners of the event. Visitors are encouraged to call 1-888-585-3368 to pre-register and complete the consent forms before the event.
Metodología de pago de alquiler transitorio
El 3 de octubre, DHCS publicó la Metodología final de Pago Transicional de Alquiler. Este documento incluye la cantidad máxima reembolsable ("techos reembolsables") y las tasas administrativas asociadas a Renta Transitoria, el servicio más reciente de Apoyo Comunitario diseñado para proporcionar hasta seis meses de ayuda para el alquiler a los afiliados a Medi-Cal que estén experimentando o en riesgo de quedar sin hogar y cumplan criterios adicionales de elegibilidad. Como se detalla en la Guía de Políticas de Apoyo Comunitario Volumen 2, Medi-Cal Managed Care planes deben cubrir el Alquiler Transitorio para la población de salud conductual como el primer servicio obligatorio de Apoyo Comunitario a partir del 1de enero de 2026. Para proporcionar más información sobre la Metodología de Pago Transicional de Alquileres, DHCS organizará un seminario sitio web el 31 de octubre, de 10 a 11 a.m. El DHCS también anima a socios y partes interesadas a visitar la sitio web de ECM y Apoyo Comunitario para más información y la nueva página de Vivienda para la Salud del DHCS para actualizaciones sobre diversas iniciativas centradas en vivienda lideradas por el DHCS.