Medicare AdvantageAdministrativeMedium impact
26-438 Provider Communications Posted Online and Operations Manual Updates for March 2026
Health Net·CA·Prior Authorization
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Health Net California published their March 2026 provider communications summary, including updates to credentialing timelines (90-day decision requirement), new chaperone requirements for ultrasound exams starting January 2027, and various operational manual changes. This is primarily an informational digest of multiple policy updates rather than a single actionable change.
Action Required
Review the March 2026 communications digest for relevant updates to your practice. Key items: 1) Ensure credentialing applications are complete as Health Net must now decide within 90 days per Assembly Bill 1041, 2) Prepare for new state-mandated chaperone notification requirements for sensitive ultrasound exams effective January 1, 2027, 3) Update respite services authorization forms with new billing codes if applicable to your practice.