California has taken bold steps to expand access to community-based care through Medi-Cal by adding coverage for three critical workforces: community health workers/promotores/representatives (CHW/P/Rs), doulas, and peer support specialists. These trusted providers are transforming how care is delivered to California’s most vulnerable populations. CHCF brought representatives from these workforces together to learn more about how they intersect with each other in policy and in practice. These publications illuminate what we learned and help to clarify the similarities and differences between them in Medi-Cal.

Download these complementary resources to understand how these workforces are reshaping California’s health care landscape:

• Comparing Three Medi-Cal Benefits: Community Health Workers, Doulas, and Peer Support Specialists (Fact Sheet)
  A detailed side-by-side comparison of how these three benefits work under Medi-Cal, including provider requirements, billing codes, and service definitions. Essential reading for providers, plans, and administrators implementing these programs.
• Understanding Community Health Workers, Doulas, and Peer Support Specialists in Medi-Cal (Fact Sheet)
  A concise overview of how these three workforces are defined under Medi-Cal and how their roles intersect and differ. Perfect for those seeking a quick understanding of these new benefits.
• Understanding and Alignment Among CHW/P/Rs, Doulas, and Peer Support Specialists (Issue Brief)
  An in-depth exploration of how these workforces view themselves, their shared challenges and opportunities, and their vision for the future. Based on convenings with workforce representatives, this brief offers rich insights into how these providers are working to advance health equity.

Together, these resources provide a comprehensive look at California’s emerging community-connected workforce and its potential to transform care delivery for Medi-Cal members.