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          The California Health Care Foundation is an independent, nonprofit philanthropy that works to improve the health care system so that all Californians have the care they need.

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Medi-Cal

Our work in Medi-Cal strengthens the health care safety net serving over 15 million Californians. We support initiatives to improve access, quality, and equity within the program, advance whole-person care approaches, enhance provider networks, and ensure that California’s most vulnerable populations receive comprehensive, coordinated services.

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    In Their Own Words: What Californians with Multiple Health and Social Needs Say About Their Care

    Learn about the first-hand experiences of Californians with complex health and social needs as they seek care. Their insights reveal both the promise of CalAIM’s vision and how implementation can be improved.

    June 18, 2025
    Medi-Cal
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    Medicaid Is One of America’s Strongest Economic Engines. Why Don’t We Treat It That Way?

    May 6, 2025
    Medi-Cal
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    Medi-Cal Waivers and State Plan Amendments

    March 6, 2025
    Medi-Cal
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    Defending Medi-Cal in 2025

    January 22, 2025
    Medi-Cal

    CalAIM Explained: Overview of New Programs and Key Changes

    October 26, 2021
    Medi-Cal

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    Listening to Californians with Complex Needs: People Who Use a Language Other Than English

    October 27, 2025
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    Listening to Californians with Complex Needs: Rural Californians

    October 27, 2025
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    The Untapped Power of Midwives in California’s Maternity Care Ecosystem

    October 24, 2025
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    How Could Cuts to Medi-Cal Home and Community-Based Services Impact California?

    October 23, 2025
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    How Health Plans Can Improve the Medi-Cal Experience for Members with Complex Needs

    October 13, 2025
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    How Massive Federal Cuts Will Create Unprecedented Challenges for Medi-Cal Patients and Providers

    October 3, 2025
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    Listening to Californians with Complex Needs: Behavioral Health

    September 22, 2025
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    This Federal Experiment Is Pouring Money into Mental Hospitals. Will It Work?

    September 10, 2025
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