ACA To Expand Addiction Treatment for Californians
The number of Californians with drug and alcohol addictions who would qualify for substance misuse treatment coverage through Medi-Cal is projected to increase by about 146,000 when the program expands under the Affordable Care Act next year, according to California Department of Health Care Services data. However, recent funding cuts could make it difficult for health care providers to treat the influx of new patients.
- "Health Law Expands Treatment for State's Addicts" (AP/Stockton Record, 4/16).