Pilot Program Provides Unprecedented Access To Palliative Care For Local Residents
While hospice care is already covered by Medi-Cal, palliative care won’t be until next year. Some residents, however, are getting early access through a pilot program.
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Palliative Care Gets A Boost in San Joaquin, Stanislaus Counties
Starting in January, Medi-Cal recipients across the state will get unprecedented access to palliative care. In San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties, patients are already trying the new benefits. (Caiola, 11/16)