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Gov. Newsom uses federal health care dollars to help house the homeless. Donald Trump could stop that

The future of California's CalAIM program, aimed at combating homelessness, is uncertain due to changing federal policies under President-Elect Trump.
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California Democrats aren't sold on Gavin Newsom's plan to cut the budget deficit. How they disagree

California Assembly Democrats clash with Gov. Newsom over budget issues, including Medi-Cal cuts and tax deductions, amid a $45 billion deficit.

Opinion: Proposition 35 harms the very communities it promises to help

Proposition 35 threatens California's Medi-Cal program by diverting essential health care funding from vulnerable populations, undermining improvements in community health care.

California officials announce settlements with L.A. Care Health Plan over fines

California officials reached a $55 million settlement with L.A. Care due to systemic failures jeopardizing patient healthcare access.

California's Native Americans Can Soon Get Traditional Healing Covered by Medi-Cal | KQED

Medi-Cal is now covering traditional healing practices for Native Americans to assist with addiction recovery.

California pays meth users up to $599 a year to get sober

Medi-Cal is utilizing an innovative program called 'contingency management' to help individuals struggling with stimulant addiction, providing financial incentives for staying clean.

Opinion: Prop. 35 will help ensure better health care for more Californians

Proposition 35 is essential to secure and expand funding for Medi-Cal, improving access for patients in California.

California Democrats aren't sold on Gavin Newsom's plan to cut the budget deficit. How they disagree

California Assembly Democrats clash with Gov. Newsom over budget issues, including Medi-Cal cuts and tax deductions, amid a $45 billion deficit.

Opinion: Proposition 35 harms the very communities it promises to help

Proposition 35 threatens California's Medi-Cal program by diverting essential health care funding from vulnerable populations, undermining improvements in community health care.

California officials announce settlements with L.A. Care Health Plan over fines

California officials reached a $55 million settlement with L.A. Care due to systemic failures jeopardizing patient healthcare access.

California's Native Americans Can Soon Get Traditional Healing Covered by Medi-Cal | KQED

Medi-Cal is now covering traditional healing practices for Native Americans to assist with addiction recovery.

California pays meth users up to $599 a year to get sober

Medi-Cal is utilizing an innovative program called 'contingency management' to help individuals struggling with stimulant addiction, providing financial incentives for staying clean.

Opinion: Prop. 35 will help ensure better health care for more Californians

Proposition 35 is essential to secure and expand funding for Medi-Cal, improving access for patients in California.
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Living on $600 a month? Seniors over income limit can struggle to afford Medi-Cal

California's restrictive Medi-Cal eligibility rules leave many seniors unable to afford necessary care, forcing difficult financial choices.

More California Immigrants Are Eligible For Medi-Cal, But Some Are Hesitant to Enroll | KQED

The fear of government repercussions has led to decreased enrollment in Medi-Cal among Latino immigrants, stemming from the Trump administration's policies.

Living on $600 a month? Seniors over income limit can struggle to afford Medi-Cal

California's restrictive Medi-Cal eligibility rules leave many seniors unable to afford necessary care, forcing difficult financial choices.

More California Immigrants Are Eligible For Medi-Cal, But Some Are Hesitant to Enroll | KQED

The fear of government repercussions has led to decreased enrollment in Medi-Cal among Latino immigrants, stemming from the Trump administration's policies.
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Medi-Cal to cover Indigenous traditional care in Silicon Valley - San Jose Spotlight

Medi-Cal will cover traditional healing practices for Native Americans in substance use treatment beginning next year.
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Prop. 35, which taxes managed care organizations, passed by California voters

California voters approved Proposition 35, making the existing tax on health plans permanent to secure funding for Medi-Cal.

PRO/CON: Is Prop. 35 the best way to help fund the Medi-Cal program?

Proposition 35 would permanently extend a tax to fund Medi-Cal services, with strong accountability measures according to supporters but concerns over community impact.

Walters: Big Medicine and Newsom square off over health care tax dollars

California's budget struggles prompted a health care tax to stabilize finances and support Medi-Cal, with ongoing debates on its future and allocation.

Proposition 35 explained: What California's health tax ballot measure is asking you

Proposition 35 seeks to permanently tax health insurance plans for Medi-Cal funding.
Supporters advocate for dedicated funding for Medi-Cal patients.
Critics express concerns regarding equitable health service funding.
Voting outcomes will impact future healthcare funding decisions in California.

What is Prop 35? Look at California measure focused on healthcare insurance

Proposition 35 aims to create a permanent tax for Medi-Cal, enabling sustained healthcare funding for low-income Californians.

Prop. 35, which taxes managed care organizations, passed by California voters

California voters approved Proposition 35, making the existing tax on health plans permanent to secure funding for Medi-Cal.

PRO/CON: Is Prop. 35 the best way to help fund the Medi-Cal program?

Proposition 35 would permanently extend a tax to fund Medi-Cal services, with strong accountability measures according to supporters but concerns over community impact.

Walters: Big Medicine and Newsom square off over health care tax dollars

California's budget struggles prompted a health care tax to stabilize finances and support Medi-Cal, with ongoing debates on its future and allocation.

Proposition 35 explained: What California's health tax ballot measure is asking you

Proposition 35 seeks to permanently tax health insurance plans for Medi-Cal funding.
Supporters advocate for dedicated funding for Medi-Cal patients.
Critics express concerns regarding equitable health service funding.
Voting outcomes will impact future healthcare funding decisions in California.

What is Prop 35? Look at California measure focused on healthcare insurance

Proposition 35 aims to create a permanent tax for Medi-Cal, enabling sustained healthcare funding for low-income Californians.
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Santa Clara County Among First in California to Enroll Incarcerated People in Medi-Cal Before Release | KQED

Santa Clara County initiates Medi-Cal enrollment for incarcerated individuals to enhance health outcomes and community safety before their release.

Santa Clara County one of state's first to provide health services for people being released from prison

Santa Clara County's initiative will provide health services to individuals before their release from incarceration, utilizing Medi-Cal funding to improve reintegration outcomes.

Transcript: Should Proposition 35 Make a Tax to Help Fund Medi-Cal Permanent and Limit How the Money Is Used? | KQED

Medi-Cal coverage is crucial for vulnerable groups, but funding for it is uncertain, highlighting the importance of measures like Prop 35.

Stankovich: Bay Area family caregivers face financial hurdles - San Jose Spotlight

Family caregivers are essential yet undervalued, struggling under financial and emotional burdens, especially in high-cost living areas like the Bay Area.
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California Health and Human Services chief Dr. Mark Ghaly to step down

Dr. Mark Ghaly stepped down after transformative changes in California healthcare, notably during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hours on hold, limited appointments: Why California babies aren't going to the doctor

Accessing preventive care for children on Medi-Cal in California is challenging due to appointment availability issues and lack of accountability from insurance plans.
California, despite having a high rate of children with health insurance, struggles to provide preventive care visits for kids under 5.

California Health and Human Services chief Dr. Mark Ghaly to step down

Dr. Mark Ghaly stepped down after transformative changes in California healthcare, notably during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hours on hold, limited appointments: Why California babies aren't going to the doctor

Accessing preventive care for children on Medi-Cal in California is challenging due to appointment availability issues and lack of accountability from insurance plans.
California, despite having a high rate of children with health insurance, struggles to provide preventive care visits for kids under 5.
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California pharmacist accused of submitting more than $300 million in fraudulent claims

A pharmacist in the Inland Empire was charged with health care fraud for submitting over $300 million in false Medi-Cal claims.
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