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21-158 Your Patients Can Get a Ride to Their COVID-19 Vaccine
Health Net·CA·Pharmacy
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
HealthNet California now provides transportation coverage through ModivCare for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. Medi-Cal and specific Medicare Advantage plans cover rides to/from healthcare facilities for vaccines, but mass vaccination sites and HMO/EPO/POS/PPO/HSP plans are excluded.
Action Required
Immediately: Front desk staff should inform eligible patients (Medi-Cal and covered Medicare Advantage plans) about free transportation to COVID-19 vaccine appointments. Provide ModivCare contact numbers: 1-855-253-6863 for Medi-Cal, 1-866-779-5165 for Medicare Advantage appointment rides, and 1-866-779-5229 for return rides. Note that rides to mass vaccination sites are not covered.