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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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Our explainers translate California’s complex health care landscape into accessible knowledge. We analyze policy developments, system challenges, and emerging trends, creating clear, data-driven resources that help stakeholders understand key issues affecting the health care system.

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    Mother and two children in clinic exam room
    Knowledge Center

    Defending Medi-Cal in 2025

    Use this page to: (1) get accurate data and information about Medi-Cal and (2) stay abreast of emerging federal Medicaid policies and their potential impact in California.  

    January 22, 2025
    Medi-Cal
    Medical assistant checks pulse on elderly patient in the clinic.

    Medi-Cal and Seniors — Policy at a Glance

    April 8, 2025
    Older Adults
    Midwife talks to new mother holding baby in the hospital.

    What Is a Midwife? — Policy at a Glance

    April 8, 2025
    Maternal Care
    Illustration of a city wrapping it's arms around a crowd of people.

    CalAIM: Why It’s So Much More Than Another New Health Program

    December 7, 2021
    Medi-Cal
    ennifer Kent, Director of the California Department of Health Care Services, speaks at CHCF's Medi-Cal Explained briefing, February 25,2019.

    Explaining Medi-Cal

    February 27, 2019
    Medi-Cal

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    Medi-Cal and Seniors — Policy at a Glance

    April 8, 2025
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    CalAIM’s Trio of Housing Community Supports – Policy at a Glance

    This fact sheet offers an overview of the three CalAIM Housing Community Supports.

    March 20, 2025
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    What Is a Doula? — Policy at a Glance

    Doulas improve birth outcomes and advance health equity, especially for families of color. California covers doula care for Medi-Cal enrollees, but opportunities remain to further expand access to doulas.

    January 30, 2025
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    Provider Network Alignment: A Critical Factor for Success in Medicare Medi-Cal Plans – Policy at a Glance

    These “EAE D-SNP” plans will be more appealing to dually eligible enrollees if they can access the health care providers they know. This quick read shows strategies in developing optimal provider networks.

    January 28, 2025
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