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Study: Dual Eligibles Worried About April Transition to Managed Care
A new study from UCLA says seniors are worried about the state’s duals demonstration project. Beginning in April, the state will move about 450,000 Californians eligible for Medicare and Medi-Cal into Medi-Cal managed care plans.
Proposal To Help Residually Uninsured Narrowly Passes Health Committee
A carryover bill to address health care needs of uninsured California workers cleared its first hurdle when the Assembly Committee on Health gave its approval yesterday.
Children Underserved by Denti-Cal, According to New Study
A scarcity of dentists willing to treat Denti-Cal beneficiaries is resulting in many California children going without dental care, according to a study by Children Now.
In State Budget, Inaction Can Be Action
Legislators are likely to seek more money for several health-related components that got short shrift in the budget proposed by the governor, according to an independent nonpartisan organization.
Advocates Surprised, Disappointed at What’s Missing From Brown’s Budget
Gov. Jerry Brown’s state budget proposal is most striking for what’s not in it, according to health care advocates who point to the absence of re-funding programs or provider rates that were slashed in more difficult financial times.
Advocates Want Infant Program in Budget
Children’s advocates are pushing for reinstatement of the Black Infant Health Program in California’s budget this year, restoring funding that was cut in 2009.
Blue Shield Disagrees With Jones’ Assessment of Premium Rate Hike
Blue Shield of California officials say a 9.8% premium rate hike — which Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones recently rebuked — is justified because of rising health care costs and new taxes and fees.
Returning Health Bills on Capitol Agenda
The California Legislature is back in session with a long list of health-related bills to consider — or reconsider — in the 2014 session.
Exchange Extends Payment Deadline
Californians who signed up for health insurance through Covered California will get a little extra time to pay premiums. Insurers agreed to extend the deadline for payment until Jan. 15.
Legislature Returns, So Will Some Bills
Several bills might seem familiar this legislative session, as lawmakers consider bringing back proposals that fell short in 2013.