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Welcomed Relief for LEAs in PPL 23-004R
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Welcomed Relief for LEAs in PPL 23-004R

On September 11, 2023, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) released Policy and Procedure Letter (PPL) 23-004R, bringing significant changes and welcomed relief for Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) concerning Alternative Format Plans for individuals with speech, hearing, or visual disabilities.

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Empowering Schools with a Long-Awaited Guide: Delivering Care to Children in Medicaid and CHIP
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Empowering Schools with a Long-Awaited Guide: Delivering Care to Children in Medicaid and CHIP

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has recently unveiled its long-awaited, comprehensive guide, titled "Delivering Service in School-Based Settings: A Comprehensive Guide to Medicaid Services and Administrative Claiming," which marks a significant milestone in the implementation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA).

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DHCS Provides Update on Behavioral Health Virtual Services Platform
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DHCS Provides Update on Behavioral Health Virtual Services Platform

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) announced it will launch the Behavioral Health Virtual Services Platform, a new technology-enabled services solution for all children, youth, and families in California, in January 2024. The platform is part of Governor Newsom’s Master Plan for Kids’ Mental Health and the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), a $4.7 billion investment in youth behavioral health.

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