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23-1192m Upcoming Change: Wellcare By Health Net Offers an Easier Way to Access Utility Assistance and More in 2024
Health Net·CA·Provider News
Effective date
Jan 1, 2024
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Effective January 1, 2024, Wellcare By Health Net is replacing special supplemental benefits for chronically ill (SSBCI) with value-based insurance design (VBID) programs using a new Spendables debit card for California D-SNP members. The new program provides broader benefits including utility, rent, healthy food, and gas assistance without attestation requirements.
Action Required
Immediately: Educate D-SNP patients about the new VBID program benefits available through the Spendables debit card, including utility, rent, healthy food, and gas assistance. Review updated Health Net provider operations manuals in the Provider Library on the Health Net provider portal for any billing-related changes.