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26-391 California Immunization Requirements
Health Net·CA · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics·Provider News
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Health Net and CalViva Health in California will follow California Department of Public Health (CDPH) immunization guidance instead of CDC recommendations under Assembly Bill 144. Clinical standards, coverage, and quality expectations for vaccines remain unchanged, with continued use of AAP pediatric and AAFP adult immunization schedules.
Action Required
No immediate action required. Continue following current CDPH immunization guidelines using AAP schedule for pediatric vaccines and AAFP schedule for adult vaccines. Billing team should be aware that vaccine coverage and quality measures (HEDIS CIS-10-E and IMA-2-E) remain unchanged with no modifications to current billing practices.