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State Community Health Worker Policies: California - NASHP

(2 days ago) WebIn July 2022, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approved California’s State Plan Amendment 22-0001, making CHW services a Medi-Cal benefit, effective July 1, 2022. CHW services may be billed with CPT codes 98960, 98961, or 98962. In Medi-Cal, …

https://nashp.org/state-tracker/state-community-health-worker-policies/california/

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Community Health Workers, Promotores & Representatives

(4 days ago) WebBackground. Community Health Workers, Promotores, and Representatives (CHW/P/Rs) have long provided critical preventive, promotive, and …

https://hcai.ca.gov/workforce/initiatives/community-health-workers-promotores-chw-p/

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Understanding California’s Community Health …

(7 days ago) Webresearch can be found in Understanding California’s Community Health Worker/Promotor Workforce: CHW/P Health Care Employers.3 The qualitative interviews included several …

https://www.senate.ca.gov/sites/senate.ca.gov/files/7._understandingcachwpworkforce.pdf

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Community Health Workers - DHCS

(1 days ago) WebCommunity Health Workers . The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) added Community Health Worker (CHW) services as a Medi-Cal benefit starting July 1, 2022. …

https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/provgovpart/Pages/Community-Health-Workers.aspx

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WHO ARE CHWs AND WHO DO THEY SERVE? Key Policy …

(4 days ago) Web1. California CHW Community of Practice. APHA-Community Health Worker Section Definition . Accessed December 8,2021. 2. Advancing California’s Community Health …

https://www.itup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/FINAL.-ITUP-Fact-Sheet-CHW-FINAL.pdf

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State Policies for Expanding Medicaid Coverage of …

(8 days ago) WebKFF Headquarters: 185 Berry St., Suite 2000, San Francisco, CA 94107 Phone 650-854-9400 Washington Offices and Barbara Jordan Conference Center: 1330 G Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005 Phone

https://www.kff.org/medicaid/issue-brief/state-policies-for-expanding-medicaid-coverage-of-community-health-worker-chw-services/

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California Poised for Major Expansion of Community …

(5 days ago) WebNow California is poised to start what could be the biggest expansion of community health workers in state history. The 2021–22 budget establishes a community health worker benefit within the Medi …

https://www.chcf.org/blog/california-poised-major-expansion-community-health-workers/

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STATE LAW FACT SHEET: A SUMMARY OF STATE …

(7 days ago) WebThis state law document builds on the CDC’s 2013 state law fact sheet, A Summary of State Community Health Worker Laws17 that describes the landscape of state laws …

https://www.cdc.gov/dhdsp/pubs/docs/SLFS-Summary-State-CHW-Laws.pdf

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Background on CHW/Ps in California - California Health Care …

(9 days ago) WebExamples of the work that many CHW/Ps do include: Meeting patients in the community. Encouraging patient activation and self-management. Teaching the importance of …

https://www.chcf.org/resource-center/advancing-californias-community-health-worker-promotor-workforce-medi-cal/introduction/background-on-chw-ps-in-california/

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California Health Care Foundation - CALIFORNIA …

(8 days ago) Web2021-22 Governor’s May Revision Department of Health Care Services Highlights. May 14, 2021 ( 22 pages) (Page 6) May 14, 21 "Community Health Workers (CHWs) – DHCS proposes to add CHWs to the class of …

https://cachw.org/california

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Community Health Worker (CHW) Preventive Services (chw prev)

(2 days ago) WebCommunity health worker (CHW) services are preventive health services to prevent disease, disability, and other health conditions or their progression; to prolong life; and …

https://mcweb.apps.prd.cammis.medi-cal.ca.gov/file/manual?fn=chwprev.pdf

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State Law Fact Sheet: A Summary of State Community Health …

(4 days ago) WebTo understand how states are using law as a tool to develop sustainable CHW programs, this fact sheet summarizes the extent to which states have enacted laws addressing …

https://www.cdc.gov/dhdsp/pubs/docs/chw_state_laws.pdf

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State Community Health Worker Policies - NASHP

(1 days ago) WebCommunity health workers (CHWs) played a key role in reaching and supporting communities — particularly those that experience health disparities — during …

https://nashp.org/state-tracker/state-community-health-worker-policies/

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Community Health Workers in California Healthforce Center at …

(2 days ago) WebThe Affordable Care Act is significantly impacting care delivery. This shift towards more patient-centered and cost effective care is creating innovative opportunities to reduce …

https://healthforce.ucsf.edu/research/projects/community-health-workers-california

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How does an idea become a bill and a bill become a law?

(6 days ago) WebSections: The National Association of Community Health Workers Calls on Public and Private Institutions to Respect, Protect, and Partner with Community Health …

https://cachw.org/national

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Legal Considerations for Community Health Workers and their …

(1 days ago) WebWith stakeholder input, the Association of State & Territorial Health Officials has identified a number of anticipated pros and cons associated with regulation of community health …

https://nachw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/NNPHL-2018-Legal-Considerations-Community-Health-Workers-FINAL.pdf

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Workforce for a Healthy California - California Health and Human …

(4 days ago) WebCaring4Cal Program (Open now through May 31, 2024) Caring4Cal is a program for current and prospective licensed or certified providers in Home and Community-Based Services …

https://www.chhs.ca.gov/workforce4healthyca/

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AB2697 California 2021-2022 Medi-Cal: community health …

(7 days ago) WebCalifornia AB2697 2021-2022 AB 2697 AguiarCurry MediCal community health worker servicesExisting law establishes the MediCal program which is administered by the State …

https://trackbill.com/bill/california-assembly-bill-2697-medi-cal-community-health-worker-services/2230848/

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Community Health Worker Quick Reference Guide

(7 days ago) Web6) HCPCS billing code (ProcCode): 98960 (Individual Member) 98961 (2-4 Members) 98962 (5-8 Members) 7) Modifier(s):U2 modifier. 8) Units:1 Unit = 30 minutes of service. Coding …

https://www.cencalhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Community-Health-Worker-QRG.pdf

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State Health Equity Plan - Let's Get Healthy California

(4 days ago) WebThe State Health Equity Plan (SHEP) will serve as the shared equity strategy and implementation plan for Let’s Get Healthy California – the State Health Improvement …

https://letsgethealthy.ca.gov/progress/state-health-equity-plan/

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California Community Health Worker Core Competencies

(7 days ago) WebCommunity health workers (CHWs) have been working in California for years. CHWs, as well as promotores, community health representatives (CHRs) and other health …

https://chwtraining.org/california-community-health-worker-core-competencies/

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Congress Introduces the Community Health Worker Access Act

(2 days ago) WebPosted on Mar 7, 2024. Today, Senator Bob Casey (D-Pa.) introduced the Community Health Worker Access Act, a new bill proposing crucial investments in the community …

https://www.pih.org/article/congress-introduces-community-health-worker-access-act

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California Regulators Just Approved New Rule to Cap Health Care …

(4 days ago) WebIn a letter to the board, the California Hospital Association proposed a 6.3% target for 2025 and urged state regulators to consider how inflation, aging and a new law …

https://www.kqed.org/news/11984163/california-caps-rising-health-care-costs-heres-how-it-works

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New California Rule Aims to Limit Health Care Cost Increases to …

(5 days ago) WebWednesday’s vote was the state’s first foray into tackling health care spending in California, which reached $405 billion in 2020, or $10,299 per person — the 22nd …

https://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2024-04-24/new-california-rule-aims-to-limit-health-care-cost-increases-to-3-annually

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Is there a downside to mandatory reporting laws meant to protect

(Just Now) WebIn California, a state task force aimed at shifting "mandated reporting to community supporting" is planning recommendations similar to Colorado's. Among …

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/25/1247021109/states-find-a-downside-to-mandatory-reporting-laws-meant-to-protect-children

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New health care worker minimum wage takes effect June 1; IPAs …

(6 days ago) WebOn June 1, 2024, a new state law takes effect that phases in minimum wage increases for health care workers (SB 525 – Durazo). As of that date, physician groups …

https://www.cmadocs.org/newsroom/news/view/ArticleId/50551/New-health-care-worker-minimum-wage-takes-effect-June-1-IPAs-and-small-physician-practices-exempt

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California lawmakers once again introduce universal health care …

(1 days ago) WebCalifornia lawmakers have once again introduced a universal health care bill after unsuccessful attempts in the past. The bill’s latest iteration, formally known as AB …

https://ktla.com/news/california/california-lawmakers-once-again-introduce-universal-healthcare-bill/

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New California rule tries to hold down health care costs. How it …

(8 days ago) WebIn a letter to the board, the California Hospital Association proposed a 6.3% target for 2025 and urged state regulators to consider how inflation, aging and a new law …

https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/nation/california/2024/04/29/new-california-rule-tries-to-hold-down-health-care-costs-how-it-works/73500724007/

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FTC Announces Rule Banning Noncompetes Federal Trade …

(8 days ago) WebToday, the Federal Trade Commission issued a final rule to promote competition by banning noncompetes nationwide, protecting the fundamental freedom of …

https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2024/04/ftc-announces-rule-banning-noncompetes

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California SB 525 minimum wage increase for health care workers

(2 days ago) WebCalifornia healthcare employers have a new minimum wage going into effect beginning June 1st, 2024. Based on the type of healthcare provider/employer you are, …

https://community.payroll.org/question/california-sb-525-minimum-wage-increase-for-health-care-workers

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What the New Overtime Rule Means for Workers

(6 days ago) WebA cornerstone of that promise is the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) requirement that when most workers work more than 40 hours in a week, they get paid …

https://blog.dol.gov/2024/04/23/what-the-new-overtime-rule-means-for-workers

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‘Right to Disconnect’ Plan in California Hits Employer Backlash

(Just Now) WebFor work beyond 12 hours per day, the overtime pay increases to double the worker’s usual hourly rate. The US Department of Labor is close to finalizing a rule to …

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/right-to-disconnect-plan-in-california-hits-employer-backlash

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Division of Workers’ Compensation Posts Updated Time of Hire …

(8 days ago) WebThe Commission on Health and Safety and Workers' Compensation Announces the 2024 Young Worker Leadership Academy on February 15-February 17: …

https://www.dir.ca.gov/DIRNews/2024/2024-30.html

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17 states challenge federal rules entitling workers to …

(2 days ago) WebThe EEOC has said the new law does not obligate employers or employer-sponsored health plans to cover abortion-related costs, and that the type of …

https://apnews.com/article/abortion-time-off-pregnant-workers-lawsuit-f710dab0846ecef58e7aa8f2e966370c

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Airbus Ready to Lock Out A220 Workers if Offer Rejected - U.S. News

(5 days ago) WebAirbus and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers union (IAM) agreed to conciliation after the company's estimated 1,300 …

https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2024-05-01/airbus-ready-to-lock-out-a220-workers-if-offer-rejected

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US LNG Developer Tellurian Sends Production Workers Home …

(2 days ago) WebReuters. An exhibition booth of Tellurian is seen at the World Gas Conference 2022 in Daegu, South Korea May 23, 2022. Picture taken May 23, 2022.

https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2024-05-01/us-lng-developer-tellurian-sends-production-workers-home-amid-sale-talks

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