Uncategorized Archives - California Health Care Foundation

Search

Sort by:

Explore

Filter

The New Uninsured: Why California Needs a Coordinated Statewide Response

CHCF health policy director testifies to lawmakers about millions of people losing Medi-Cal coverage, and what the state can do about it.

August 07, 2026

•Health Insurance Coverage, Medi-Cal
Keeping Medi-Cal Coverage Within Reach for People Experiencing Homelessness

States should have flexibility to create simplified pathways for documenting exemptions, reduce reporting burdens, and protect coverage during periods of instability.

August 06, 2026

•Homelessness, Medi-Cal
CalAIM at 5: Real Progress, Real Pressure

Now in its fifth year, CalAIM has invested $12 billion in housing, meals, and health services. Budget cuts now threaten its progress.

July 29, 2026

•Medi-Cal
What the Data Tell Us About the 730,000 Californians Who Have Left Medi-Cal

Total enrollment fell 5% between June 2025 and March 2026, with undocumented children and young adults hit hardest.

July 24, 2026

•Medi-Cal
How AI-Powered Outreach Is Helping Californians Keep Their Medi-Cal Coverage

Careforce artificial intelligence technology enables Kern Family Health Care to facilitate renewal of thousands of enrollees at risk of losing coverage.

July 16, 2026

•Health Insurance Coverage, Medi-Cal, Technology and Innovation
The 2026-27 Budget Is Final. Here Are 5 Health Policy Questions Facing California’s Next Governor

Lawmakers deferred tough choices on Medi-Cal, coverage, workforce, and AI to whoever wins November’s race and takes office in January.

July 13, 2026

•Health Insurance Coverage, Health Workforce, Medi-Cal, Technology and Innovation
Mitchell Exits California’s Health Care Affordability Board With a Warning: The System Will Not Reform Itself

After three years helping build the nation’s strongest state cost reform framework, a board member says patients, employers, and policymakers must drive the change.

June 05, 2026

•Health Care Costs/Affordability
How California’s Public Purchasers Are Joining Forces to Strengthen Primary Care

The medical leaders of the state’s largest public payers are using their collective clout to move primary care toward the center of the health care system.

May 29, 2026

•Medi-Cal, Primary Care
Medi-Cal Reentry Services Enhance Health Care Access After Release From Jails or Prisons

Pre-release services provided by Medi-Cal are helping Californians exiting jail or prison get the health care, housing, and support they need.

May 22, 2026

•Medi-Cal
Millions of Californians Are Expected to Become Uninsured. State Leaders Have Big Decisions to Make

A CHCF analysis outlines statewide policy options, costs, and trade-offs to protect their health coverage.

May 15, 2026

•Medi-Cal
In San Diego, a Haven for East African Refugees Builds a Healthier Community

UWEAST supports East African refugees through culturally competent mental health care, youth mentorship, and a trusted space for healing.

May 13, 2026

•Behavioral Health, Health Equity
Do Californians Trust the Health Care System?

Californians trust the people who provide direct care to them. Earning trust in the broader system will take affordability, respect, and honest information

May 11, 2026
Community Health Workers Improve Mental Health Access for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders

Culturally concordant peers build trust and expand mental health opportunities for California’s growing AANHPI population.

May 08, 2026

•Behavioral Health, Health Equity
To Unlock Better Health, California Doubles Down on Primary Care

California aims to grow primary care spending to 15% of total health spending. Learn how organizations are collaborating to reach that goal.

April 21, 2026

•Primary Care
4 Priorities for a Pivotal Moment in California Health Care

In this unprecedented policy environment, we’ve identified four areas where CHCF can make the greatest difference right now.

April 17, 2026

•Health Care Costs/Affordability, Health Insurance Coverage, Medi-Cal

Our Approach

Topics

Resources

For Grantees

About Us

Uncategorized

Search

Sort by:

Explore

The New Uninsured: Why California Needs a Coordinated Statewide Response

Keeping Medi-Cal Coverage Within Reach for People Experiencing Homelessness

CalAIM at 5: Real Progress, Real Pressure

What the Data Tell Us About the 730,000 Californians Who Have Left Medi-Cal

How AI-Powered Outreach Is Helping Californians Keep Their Medi-Cal Coverage

The 2026-27 Budget Is Final. Here Are 5 Health Policy Questions Facing California’s Next Governor

Mitchell Exits California’s Health Care Affordability Board With a Warning: The System Will Not Reform Itself

How California’s Public Purchasers Are Joining Forces to Strengthen Primary Care

Medi-Cal Reentry Services Enhance Health Care Access After Release From Jails or Prisons

Millions of Californians Are Expected to Become Uninsured. State Leaders Have Big Decisions to Make

In San Diego, a Haven for East African Refugees Builds a Healthier Community

Do Californians Trust the Health Care System?

Community Health Workers Improve Mental Health Access for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders

To Unlock Better Health, California Doubles Down on Primary Care

4 Priorities for a Pivotal Moment in California Health Care

Our Approach

Topics

Resources

For Grantees

About Us

Uncategorized

Search

Sort by:

Explore

Topics

Subtopics