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23-951m Follow These Guidelines for BHT for Medi-Cal Members Under Age 21
Health Net·CA · Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Family Medicine·Provider News
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
HealthNet California has issued new guidelines for Behavioral Health Treatment (BHT) services for Medi-Cal members under age 21. The Plan and delegated Participating Physician Groups are now responsible for meeting all BHT needs across all environments for these members in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties.
Action Required
Immediately: Download and review the Provider Update PDF from the HealthNet provider library. Billing team and providers in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties must ensure compliance with new BHT service delivery requirements for Medi-Cal members under 21. Update internal protocols to reflect responsibility for meeting BHT needs across all treatment environments.