MedicaidCoverageMedium impact
24-071m Medi-Cal Expands Coverage to Adults Ages 26-49, Effective January 1, 2024
Health Net·CA·Reimbursement
Effective date
Jan 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Effective January 1, 2024, Medi-Cal expanded full coverage to adults ages 26-49 regardless of immigration status, which may increase the number of Health Net Medi-Cal patients at your practice. Providers must coordinate with county programs for smooth patient transitions and maintain primary care provider assignments.
Action Required
Immediately: Front desk staff must verify eligibility for all patients ages 26-49 who were previously uninsured or had restricted Medi-Cal coverage, as they may now qualify for full Medi-Cal benefits. Billing team should coordinate with Health Net regarding PCP assignments for transitioning patients. Contact Health Net Provider Services Center for questions about patient transitions from county uninsured programs.