Tháng Bảy 28, 2025​​ 

Tin tức hàng đầu​​ 

Navigating Federal Cuts: A Presentation with CalHHS​​ 

Following the recent signing of H.R. 1 into law, California continues its mission to protect the health and well-being of all Californians. View an important presentation on how these changes will impact Californians featuring DHCS Director Michelle Baass, California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) Secretary Kim Johnson, California Department of Social Services Director Jennifer Troia, and Covered California Executive Director Jessica Altman.
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DHCS Releases CalAIM Concept Paper and Begins Public Comment Period​​ 

On July 23, DHCS released the Continuing the Transformation of Medi-Cal Concept Paper, which outlines DHCS' vision and goals for the five years, starting in 2027, after key federal waivers that authorize California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) expire in December 2026. The concept paper outlines recent progress, current priorities, and the Department's long-term vision to strengthen and sustain Medi-Cal as a person-centered, equity-driven system.

Strong stakeholder partnerships and cross-sector collaboration (with Medi-Cal members, community-based organizations, Medi-Cal managed care plans, county behavioral health plans, Tribes, and providers) are driving CalAIM's success. DHCS remains committed to continuing and sustaining the CalAIM initiative and is proposing targeted enhancements that align with DHCS' Medi-Cal transformation principles and goals. DHCS' approach continues to reflect the spirit of CalAIM: putting members at the center and supporting partners in delivering whole-person care. The 30-day public comment period will run from July 23 to August 22, with feedback accepted via email at 1115Waiver@dhcs.ca.gov.
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Cập nhật chương trình​​ 

Updated Population Health Management Policy Guide Available for Managed Care Plans​​  

DHCS released the updated Population Health Management (PHM) Policy Guide for managed care plans. The guide establishes a cohesive, statewide approach that ensures Medi-Cal members have access to a comprehensive, quality health program that leads to longer, healthier, and happier lives, improved health outcomes, and health equity. The PHM Policy Guide outlines requirements for managed care plans in implementing PHM program requirements. These requirements will help ensure that all members have access to a comprehensive set of services based on their needs and preferences across the continuum of care. For more information about the PHM Policy Guide, please visit the CalAIM Population Health Management Initiative webpage. 
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Updated County Office Locator Tool Now Available​​ 

DHCS launched an enhanced version of the online Medi-Cal County Office Locator tool to improve the user experience for Medi-Cal members and stakeholders. The updated tool replaces the previous list of county offices with an interactive map. Users can now search for their local Medi-Cal county office by entering a zip code or county name or by enabling location services. Search results include office address, phone number, direct links to official county websites, and a “Get Directions" link for easy navigation. We invite you to explore the new County Office Locator and share this resource with those who may benefit from a quicker, more accessible connection to their local Medi-Cal office.
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Cell and Gene Therapy Access Model Policy Updates​​ 

DHCS recently published a new Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Access Model section of the Medi-Cal Provider Manual. The CGT Access Model includes the following therapies: CASGEVY by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc., tentatively effective September 1, 2025, subject to change and final Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) approval; and LYFGENIA by bluebird bio, Inc., effective July 1, 2025, as approved by CMS. More information is available on the CGT Access Model website and recently updated FAQs. Additionally, DHCS published a new, broad-based CGT section of the Medi-Cal Provider Manual. In this new section, effective for dates of service on or after July 1, 2025, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 38228 (chimeric antigen receptor T-cell [CAR-T] therapy; CAR-T cell administration, autologous) is now reimbursable for the administration of certain CAR-T procedure codes, as specified. Please see Medical Providers Publications for more information about the CGT Access Model and other policy updates. Please email your questions to dhcscgt@dhcs.ca.gov.
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2024 Elevate Youth California (EYC) Annual Report​​ 

DHCS, in partnership with Sierra Health Foundation: The Center for Program Management, released the 2024 EYC Annual Report. EYC is a statewide program addressing substance use disorder by investing in youth leadership and civic engagement for youth of color and 2S/LGBTQIA+ (2S/LGBTQIA+ = Two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) youth ages 12 to 26 living in communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs. This report covers data from Rounds 3, 4, and 5 of EYC-funded partners from November 2023 to December 2024. For questions about EYC, please see the EYC webpage or email elevateyouthca@shfcenter.org.
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Tham gia nhóm của chúng tôi​​ 

DHCS đang tìm kiếm những cá nhân tài năng và có động lực để phục vụ như sau:​​ 

• Chief, Quality and Health Equity Division (QHED). The Chief of QHED, within Quality and Population Health Management, leads DHCS' health care clinical quality and health equity initiatives, evaluations, assurance, and improvement efforts. The Chief of QHED is also responsible for developing and implementing policies and processes related to clinical quality and health equity improvement and assurance (compliance/monitoring) activities. Applications must be submitted by August 15.
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• Senior Assistant Chief Counsel (ACC), Fiscal, Financing, and Privacy Branch. The Senior ACC, within the Office of Legal Services, oversees the development and application of legal advice and policy to support DHCS' fiscal, financial, and privacy-related matters. This Senior ACC also provides legal advice and direction related to financing, rate setting, and third-party collections for the state's Medi-Cal program. Applications must be submitted by August 15.​​ 

DHCS cũng đang tuyển dụng nhân viên kế toán, sức khỏe hành vi, chăm sóc sức khỏe có quản lý và các nhóm khác. Để biết thêm thông tin, vui lòng truy cập trang web CalCareers.
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Các cuộc họp và hội thảo trực tuyến sắp tới của các bên liên quan​​ 

DHCS sẽ đăng các cuộc họp công khai sắp tới trên Lịch sự kiện. DHCS cung cấp các dịch vụ hỗ trợ miễn phí, bao gồm phiên dịch ngôn ngữ, phụ đề thời gian thực và định dạng thay thế cho tài liệu họp. Để yêu cầu dịch vụ, vui lòng gửi email đến DHCS theo địa chỉ email liên hệ phù hợp ít nhất mười ngày làm việc trước cuộc họp.
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Hội thảo trực tuyến về Bộ công cụ Nhà ở/Tái hòa nhập ASCMI và DSAG dành cho mọi người ​​  

On July 29, from 3 to 3:50 p.m. PDT, DHCS will host an All-Comer Webinar to announce the release of the Authorization to Share Confidential Member Information (ASCMI) Form and provide an overview of the previously released Data Sharing Authorization Guidance (DSAG) Toolkits focused on Medi-Cal Housing Support Services and the Medi-Cal Justice-Involved Reentry Initiative. The ASCMI Form is a release of information form that Medi-Cal partners, including counties, agencies, providers, health plans, community-based organizations, and others, may use to obtain their clients' consent to exchange their sensitive health and social services information. DHCS piloted the ASCMI Form in 2023 and is pleased to publish a revised version for Medi-Cal partners' use when seeking to exchange their members' sensitive information to coordinate their care. DSAG Toolkits illustrate real-world scenarios that will help Medi-Cal partners navigate complex data sharing and privacy laws and understand when consent is or is not needed to share information to support care coordination across sectors.

Visit the Data Exchange and Sharing webpage for more information on DHCS' data exchange tools, guidance, and initiatives. For questions about these and other DHCS data sharing resources, please email DHCSDataSharing@dhcs.ca.gov.
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Hội thảo trực tuyến về Đại sứ bảo hiểm​​ 

Vào ngày 31 tháng 7, từ 11 giờ sáng đến 12 giờ trưa theo giờ PDT, hội thảo trực tuyến Đại sứ bảo hiểm của DHCS (yêu cầu đăng ký trước) sẽ bao gồm phần tổng quan về cách ngân sách năm 2025-2026 sẽ tác động đến chương trình Medi-Cal và các nguồn lực mới hiện có. Phiên họp cũng sẽ cung cấp thông tin về chương trình California Achieving a Better Life Experience (CalABLE), chương trình tiết kiệm và đầu tư có ưu đãi về thuế của California dành cho người khuyết tật. Các Đại sứ đưa tin được khuyến khích đặt câu hỏi hoặc chia sẻ bình luận trong suốt hội thảo trên web.
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Phiên họp lắng nghe công khai về chuyển đổi sức khỏe hành vi​​ 

On July 31, from 12 to 1 p.m. PDT, DHCS will host a public listening session on Oversight and Monitoring and the Early Intervention Evidence-Based Practices (EBP) List under the Behavioral Health Services Act (advance registration required). Oversight and Monitoring is DHCS' systematic supervision and evaluation of how behavioral health services are delivered. The curated Early Intervention EBP List has been scientifically validated and proven effective for early intervention in behavioral health. During the session, members of the public can comment on several topics, including compliance reviews, enforcement policies, and the legislatively mandated Early Intervention EBP List. Visit the Behavioral Health Transformation webpage for more information about the public listening sessions and additional resources. Please send questions related to Behavioral Health Transformation and/or the public listening sessions to BHTinfo@dhcs.ca.gov. Additionally, we encourage you to sign up for Behavioral Health Transformation updates.
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Hội thảo trực tuyến của Ủy ban tư vấn về chất lượng và công bằng trong chuyển đổi sức khỏe hành vi​​ 

On August 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. PDT, DHCS will host the sixth Behavioral Health Transformation Quality and Equity Advisory Committee (QEAC) public webinar (advance registration required). During the meeting, committee members can collaborate and provide feedback on DHCS' work to measure and evaluate the quality and efficacy of behavioral health services and programs in California. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the webinar link and additional details. Attendees will be able to 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 questions related to Behavioral Health Transformation and/or the QEAC webinars to BHTinfo@dhcs.ca.gov.
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Cuộc họp của Nhóm công tác về sức khỏe hành vi CalAIM​​ 

On August 13, from 10 to 11 a.m. PDT, DHCS will host the CalAIM and BH-CONNECT Behavioral Health Workgroup meeting (advance registration required). The meeting will provide updates on High Fidelity Wraparound services. Please see the agenda for additional details. Workgroup members are invited to provide feedback during the meeting, which is open to the public. For questions or comments, please email bhcalaim@dhcs.ca.gov.
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Behavioral Health Task Force Meeting​​ 

On August 13 at 10 a.m. PDT, the CalHHS Behavioral Health Task Force will hold its August meeting (advance registration required for virtual attendance). The agenda includes a panel discussion on the theme "Transforming Behavioral Health – Housing is Health," featuring leading experts in medicine, housing policy, and county-level behavioral health services. The meeting will also include a discussion on the implementation of Proposition 1 and the Behavioral Health Services Act, followed by updates and public comment. This meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Clifford L. Allenby building, 1215 O Street, Sacramento, in conference rooms 110A and 110B. For questions or comments, please email BehavioralHealthTaskForce@chhs.ca.gov.
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