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24-062 See What News Is Online for December 2023
Health Net·CA·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Jan 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This is an informational update listing all provider communications posted in December 2023 for California Health & Wellness Plan. Key changes include updated medical policies, new consent rules for minors seeking narcotic replacement therapy, and compliance requirements for opioid utilization review.
Action Required
Immediately: Review the referenced December 2023 communications for any policies affecting your practice. Access new provider communications on or after January 1, 2024 through the Provider Library by navigating to Medi-Cal section and selecting Updates and Letters. Note that Imperial County members transitioned to Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley effective January 1, 2024.