Implementation Plan for New Federal Eligibility and Enrollment Changes Under H.R. 1
DHCS' H.R. 1 Implementation Plan outlines California's approach to implementing federally required Medi-Cal eligibility and enrollment changes. The plan focuses on minimizing disruption, maintaining coverage continuity, and supporting counties, health plans, and community partners through clear guidance and resources.
Key elements
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Automate to protect coverage: Use data to confirm eligibility and reduce paperwork.
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Communicate with clarity and connection: provide plain-language, culturally appropriate information in all threshold languages.
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Simplify the renewal experience: Streamline six-month renewal steps to help members stay enrolled.
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Educate and train those who serve Medi-Cal members: Offer training and tools for counties and Coverage Ambassadors (community partners who share Medi-Cal information and help members navigate coverage).
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Provide timely and transparent communication: Share updates early and through multiple channels so members have time to prepare. DHCS will complement these updates with
multilingual toolkits, text outreach, and community engagement through Coverage Ambassadors to ensure members and partners are prepared.
Upcoming Webinar
- All-Comer Webinar: On February 5, DHCS will host an All-Comer Webinar from 11 a.m. to noon to review the Implementation Plan. The session will include guiding principles, key timelines, phases of implementation, anticipated cadence of policy guidance, and opportunities for continued engagement and feedback.
Register for the All-Comer Webinar.
