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03-13-2026 Initial Health Appointment APL 26-001 IE LA SAC SD
Molina Healthcare·CA · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +1 more·Provider Bulletin
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Jun 19, 2026
Summary
Molina Healthcare reinforces existing Initial Health Appointment (IHA) requirements for Medi-Cal members, clarifying that providers must complete IHAs within 120 days of enrollment and that IHEBA/SHA assessments are no longer required components. This is an advisory notification with no new requirements.
Action Required
Immediately: Providers should review current intake and documentation processes to ensure IHA compliance. Document all required elements (physical/mental health history, risk identification, preventive care assessment, health education, diagnosis/treatment plan) in medical records within 120 days of member enrollment. Stop requiring SHA or IHEBA forms as part of IHA process. Billing team should verify documentation completeness before claim submission.