Changes Made To Address Denti-Cal’s Accessibility, Cost Issues Haven’t Translated To Improvements, Report Finds
Adults and caregivers aren’t receiving enough education about Denti-Cal services, the process of finding care is too tedious, and funding for the program is not sustainable, according to a report by the Little Hoover Commission.
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Denti-Cal ‘Remains A Seriously Troubled Program’, Commission Report Finds
The latest report on California’s low-income dental program finds it’s still plagued by cost and accessibility issues, making it tough for patients to find care. The Little Hoover Commission, an independent watchdog group led by state legislators, found that policy changes to Denti-Cal in recent years haven’t translated to major improvements. (Caiola, 10/2)