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23-888 DHCS Retracts Revised APL 20-021 to Extend Acute Hospital Care at Home Program
Health Net·CA · Internal Medicine, Family Medicine·Provider News
Effective date
May 11, 2023
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
DHCS has retracted the extension of the Acute Hospital Care at Home Program, which means the program officially ended on May 11, 2023, and will not continue through 2024 as previously communicated. Providers must disregard any previous notices stating the program extends through December 31, 2024.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify no claims are being submitted for Acute Hospital Care at Home services after May 11, 2023. Review and remove any billing protocols or encounter forms related to this program extension. Contact Health Net Medi-Cal Provider Services at 800-675-6110 if you have questions about claims already submitted for this program.