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U.S. Department of Education Withdraws Proposed Rule Change on Parental Consent for Medicaid Billing under IDEA
The U.S. Department of Education has withdrawn the proposed rule change to IDEA regulations that would have removed the requirement for parental consent before accessing Medicaid for IDEA services. This decision follows public feedback and concerns about the impact on student access to Medicaid outside of school. Learn what this means for Medicaid billing compliance under IDEA and how it affects schools and LEAs.
Summary of Key Discussions from the DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting – October 30, 2024
The October 30, 2024, DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting brought important updates, including the announcement of two planned SPAs, new reimbursement rates, and considerations for a new interim payment methodology for LEA BOP. Learn about these key developments and how they may impact your operations.
Key Takeaways from the DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting - August 14, 2024
The August 14, 2024, DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting brought important updates, including new reimbursement rates and changes in how LEAs coordinate mental health services with Managed Care Plans. Learn about these key developments and how they may impact your operations.
Key Takeaways from the DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting - April 24, 2024
The DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting on April 24, 2024, brought forth a series of important updates and strategic shifts.
Key Takeaways from the DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting - January 31, 2024
The DHCS LEA Billing Stakeholder Meeting on January 31, 2024, brought forth a series of important updates and strategic shifts.
New Developments for CYBHI All-Payer Fee Schedule & Learning Cohort 1
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has been actively paving the way for the successful rollout of the CYBHI All-Payer Fee Schedule, with Learning Cohort 1 at the helm of this transformation.
Critical Milestone for CYBHI All-Payer Fee Schedule: Learning Cohort 1 Selections Announced
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has achieved a landmark step in California’s Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) by selecting the first cohort of Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) to enact the all-payer fee schedule.
A Glimpse into Recent Updates on CYBHI's Transformative Initiatives
In the ever-evolving landscape of California's Child & Youth Behavioral Initiative (CYBHI), this week was marked by a flurry of updates and progress. In this article, we'll turn our attention to the recent developments directly affecting K-12 Local Educational Agencies (LEAs).
Significant Milestone: Expanding Services for LEAs After Years of Advocacy
In a monumental victory after years of persistent efforts, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has achieved a pivotal breakthrough that has been long-awaited since the issue was first raised back in 2020.
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.
California Assembly Bill AB 483 Aims to Improve Medi-Cal Billing Option for Local Educational Agencies
In a significant effort to improve the efficiency of California's Medi-Cal program and ensure fair reimbursement for eligible services provided by local educational agencies (LEAs), Assembly Bill AB 483 has been introduced in the state legislature.
PPL 21-040: Notification of Reimbursement for COVID-19 Vaccinations in the LEA Billing Program
Last Wednesday, December 15, DHCS released an email regarding Policy and Procedure Letter 21-040 titled “Notification of Reimbursement for COVID-19 Vaccinations in the LEA Billing …
PPL 21-015: Unsatisfactory Immigration Status Beneficiaries in the LEA Billing Program
On July 16, DHCS released an email regarding Policy and Procedure Letter (PPL) 21-015 titled, “Unsatisfactory Immigration Status Beneficiaries in the LEA Medi-Cal Billing Option Program…
Enacted 2021/22 State Budget
On July 9, the 2021/22 California Budget was passed and signed. In it, the proposed budget request submitted by DHCS back in April, specific to the LEA program expansion was include…