MedicaidBilling CodesHigh impact
2026 HCPCS Quarter 3 Update
Medi-Cal·CA·Coding
Effective date
Jul 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 30, 2026
Summary
Medi-Cal released Q3 2026 updates to HCPCS coding system effective July 1, 2026. The policy includes code additions, changes, and deletions affecting multiple service categories. Specific code details are contained in a separate HCPCS Policy Updates PDF that must be reviewed to identify which codes impact your billing workflows.
Action Required
By June 30, 2026: Billing team must obtain and review the complete HCPCS Policy Updates PDF from Medi-Cal to identify all code additions, deletions, and changes. Download the PDF from the source URL, extract specific codes affected, and document which apply to your practice. Update billing software, superbills, and encounter forms with new/changed codes before July 1, 2026. Coordinate with providers to communicate code changes. After July 1, 2026: All claims must use updated codes for dates of service on or after this date. Claims submitted with old/deleted codes will be denied. Verify your billing system enforces the July 1 effective date cutoff.