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26-405 Updates to Prior Authorization Requirements

Health Net·CA·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

HealthNet California has updated prior authorization requirements for Medi-Cal members in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties, effective January 1 through June 1, 2026. The policy references changes to specific prior authorization codes, though the detailed code list requires downloading the PDF document.

Action Required

Action needed
By January 1, 2026: Billing team must download the Provider Update PDF from HealthNet California's provider library to review specific prior authorization code changes. Update billing system and prior authorization workflows for Medi-Cal patients in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties according to the new requirements. Failure to obtain required prior authorizations may result in claim denials.