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21-265 Updates to COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Requirements
Health Net·CA·Provider News
Effective date
Apr 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
This policy update expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility criteria in California, with all residents 16+ eligible starting April 15, 2021. The policy outlines specific high-risk medical conditions that qualify patients for vaccination and eliminates documentation requirements, allowing self-attestation.
Action Required
No immediate billing actions required. This is an informational policy about vaccine eligibility criteria that may help staff understand patient vaccination status for scheduling and care coordination purposes.