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26-889 California Data Exchange Framework Data-Sharing Agreement Does Not Apply to Doulas

Health Net·CA·Provider News
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jul 14, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

This policy clarifies that the California Data Exchange Framework Data-Sharing Agreement does NOT apply to doulas and rescinds the previous June 29, 2026 provider update (26-799) that was sent to doulas in error. Doulas do not need to sign the agreement and no action is required to maintain their provider participation.

Action Required

Action needed
No action required. Billing team should disregard the previous provider update 26-799 dated June 29, 2026 regarding California Data Exchange Agreement compliance for doulas. If any doulas on staff received the erroneous June 29 notice, inform them that signing the agreement is not necessary. No changes to billing workflows, credentialing processes, or documentation requirements are needed.

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