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Access & coverage
Every California update we have published on access & coverage, newest first. Each report names the primary source so you can check it yourself.
September 24, 2026
Proposed bill targets behavioral health reimbursement delays
California Assembly Bill 1429 would require reimbursement in specified cases when enrollees could not obtain timely behavioral health care through the plan.
Primary source: California State Legislature
September 24, 2026
DHCS outlines BH-CONNECT behavioral health initiative
DHCS says BH-CONNECT combines a five-year Medicaid demonstration, coverage expansions and statewide policies to strengthen community-based behavioral health services.
Primary source: California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS)
September 24, 2026
NHeLP Fact Sheet Reviews Medi-Cal Coverage of TMS
NHeLP says its fact sheet examines Medi-Cal coverage of TMS and recommends DHCS enforce coverage and access to the mental health benefit for patients.
Primary source: National Health Law Program (NHeLP)
September 24, 2026
Medi-Cal Updates TMS Benefit Policy for Three CPT Codes
Medi-Cal says TMS codes 90867, 90868 and 90869 became covered benefits for services on or after August 1, 2024, with authorization and age criteria.
Primary source: Medi-Cal (California Department of Health Care Services)