MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
20-154 Novel Coronavirus Resources and Clinical Guidance
Health Net·CA·Prior Authorization
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Health Net and CalViva Health have issued guidance for COVID-19 (2019-nCoV) testing, reporting, and treatment protocols for providers in Fresno, Kings, and Madera counties. This policy provides CDC clinical criteria for evaluating patients under investigation and requires immediate notification of infection control and health departments for suspected cases.
Action Required
Immediately: All clinical staff must review CDC guidelines for COVID-19 patient evaluation at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/clinical-criteria.html. Providers must obtain detailed travel history for patients with fever and respiratory illness. Front desk staff should ensure infection control protocols are in place for suspected cases. Clinical teams must immediately notify infection control personnel and local/state health departments for any patient under investigation.