MedicaidCoverageMedium impact
22-691m Get Medically Tailored Meals for Your Patients
Health Net·CA·Prior Authorization
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CalViva Health Medi-Cal now covers medically tailored meals (MTMs) for eligible members with chronic conditions, post-discharge patients, and those at high risk of hospitalization. Providers can refer patients through findhelp website or CalViva's provider directory for up to 2 meals per day for 90-day periods.
Action Required
Immediately: Providers should identify eligible Medi-Cal patients (chronic conditions, post-discharge, high-risk hospitalization) and refer them for medically tailored meals using findhelp website or CalViva provider directory. Front desk staff should add MTM screening to discharge planning and care coordination workflows for qualifying patients in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties.