MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
26-737m 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 updated access to care standards requiring providers to meet specific appointment scheduling and network access requirements for timely patient care. This policy applies to Participating Physician Groups (PPGs) in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties for Medi-Cal patients and requires compliance with appointment availability standards.
Action Required
By June 12, 2026: Participating Physician Groups in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties must review and implement appointment scheduling procedures to comply with access to care standards for Medi-Cal patients. Download the Provider Update PDF from the HealthNet provider library and ensure front desk staff understand appointment availability requirements. Non-compliance may affect provider network participation status.