MedicaidCoverageMedium impact
24-018m Medication Trend Updates and Formulary Changes - 1st Quarter 2024
Health Net·CA·Pharmacy
Effective date
Jan 4, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
HealthNet California released quarterly formulary changes and medication trend updates for Q1 2024, affecting Medi-Cal providers in specific Central Valley counties. The policy includes medication safety issues and formulary modifications that may impact prescription coverage and prior authorization requirements.
Action Required
Immediately: Download and review the Provider Update PDF from HealthNet's provider library to identify specific formulary changes affecting your Medi-Cal patients in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties. Update prescription ordering protocols and inform providers of any new prior authorization requirements or covered medication changes.