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June 2026 SNF Workforce and Quality Incentive Program Updates
Medi-Cal·CA · Geriatrics·Quality Measures
Effective date
Jun 10, 2026
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
California's SNF Workforce and Quality Incentive Program has published interim payment reports for 2025, with Managed Care Plans required to make payments within 45 days starting June 10, 2026. This affects billing for skilled nursing facility services under California Medicaid managed care.
Action Required
No immediate action required for most practices. SNF providers billing California Medicaid managed care should monitor payment timelines and contact SNFWQIP@dhcs.ca.gov with questions about interim payments that may be delayed beyond the 45-day requirement.