All PlansPrior AuthMedium impact
21-650 State of Emergency: Cache Fire in Lake County
Health Net·CA·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Sep 7, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Health Net is temporarily waiving prior authorization requirements and extending claim filing deadlines for providers in Lake County affected by the Cache Fire state of emergency. The policy also allows out-of-network services when contracted providers become unavailable due to the fire.
Action Required
Immediately: Contact Health Net Provider Services Center at appropriate phone number for your plan type to obtain guidance on eased prior authorization requirements and claim deadline extensions for Lake County patients affected by Cache Fire. Document fire-related circumstances in patient records to support any emergency authorizations or out-of-network services provided.