MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
26-738m Follow Access to Care Standards to Ensure Patients Get Timely Care
Health Net·CA·Provider News
Effective date
Jun 12, 2026
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
HealthNet California has issued updated access to care standards that Participating Physician Groups (PPGs) must follow to ensure patients receive timely care. This policy specifically applies to Medi-Cal services in Imperial County and requires PPGs to maintain compliance with new access standards.
Action Required
By June 12, 2026: Participating Physician Groups in Imperial County must review and implement updated access to care standards for Medi-Cal patients. Download and review the Provider Update PDF from HealthNet's provider library. Ensure scheduling and patient access procedures comply with new timely care requirements to maintain network participation.