California Health Care Foundation

Tomorrow morning, at the 2025 California DxF Summit in Sacramento, I will discuss the state's vision for expanding data exchange with Kiran Savage-Sangwan, executive director of California Pan-Ethnic Health Network, and Jonah Frohlich, senior managing director of Manatt Health. Data exchange is far more than a technical challenge — it's a critical pathway to creating a more equitable health system. When information flows seamlessly between providers, we can better serve all Californians, particularly those with low incomes who have historically faced the greatest barriers to care. Coordinated health information systems are essential for delivering whole-person care. When providers can access complete patient information, care improves and costs decrease. The next step in developing effective data exchange is to implement a governance structure that ensures accountability and long-term sustainability. I look forward to discussing how better data exchange can help close persistent health equity gaps across our state while making health care more affordable and accessible. California Health & Human Services Agency #HealthDataExchange #CaliforniaHealthCare #HealthEquity #DxFSummit #WholePersonCare

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California Pan-Ethnic Health Network's latest fact sheet shows how Medi-Cal is vital to schools and kids in California. -Medi-Cal contributes over half a billion dollars to CA schools, and that number is expected to grow with recent policy changes. Schools are one of the best ways to keep kids and families healthy. - In Congressional District 22, which includes Kern, Kings, and Tulare counties, *nearly 9 out 10 children* are enrolled in Medi-Cal. Explore all of CPEHN's resources on the importance of Medi-Cal #HandsOffMedicaid https://lnkd.in/g7GYD7b2

Join UCSF Benioff Homelessness & Housing Initiative on Thursday March 20 from 11:30 to 1PM PT to discuss Behavioral Health and Homelessness. We will be discussing our findings from the #CAHomelessnessStudy, including our soon to be released report on Behavioral Health. Great speaker lineup: ? Margot Kushel MD ? Marc Dones ? Claudine S. Destination: Home (and BHHI LEAB member) ? Stephanie Welch Deputy Director for Behavioral Health CA HHS ? Darrell Steinberg Steinberg Institute and former CA Senate Pro Tem and Mayor of Sacramento With deep appreciation to California Health Care Foundation for their support of this work! Sign up info below! Join us and spread the word.

As federal policymakers prepare for potential Medicaid overhauls in 2025, California's health system faces unprecedented uncertainty. With one-third of Californians relying on Medi-Cal, including half of our children, the stakes couldn't be higher. CHCF is equipping advocates and policymakers with essential resources to understand both current Medi-Cal structures and emerging federal proposals. Read the latest updates on these resources: https://lnkd.in/gkjcpFfM

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One Week Away! Don’t Miss This Key Conversation on Digital Health & Medicaid ?? Join Health Tech 4 Medicaid (HT4M) and the California Health Care Foundation (CHCF) on March 19th for “Tech, Trust & Outcomes: Evaluating Digital Health for the Safety Net.” This webinar will explore the critical role of evaluation in ensuring digital health solutions drive meaningful outcomes in Medicaid. Through real-world case studies (including Hazel Health) and insights from experts, participants will learn how to: - Navigate the complexities of evaluation in Medicaid - Break down barriers of elitism in digital health - Articulate a clear business case for equity-driven innovation ?? Plus, attendees will get an exclusive overview of the Center for Community Health and Evaluation (CCHE)’s Toolkit: "Evaluating Innovations in Medicaid"—a must-have resource for measuring impact, refining strategies, and securing sustainability. Date: March 19, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM PT | 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM ET Location: Zoom ?? Register now: https://bit.ly/3D9bw8K Join the conversation and help drive smarter, more effective Medicaid innovation!

In California, 2 out of 3 youth with major depression receive no treatment. Josh Golomb's Hazel Health is changing this equation by bringing virtual healthcare directly to schools. With a provider network where 50%+ identify as people of color and 40% speak multiple languages, Hazel Health removes barriers for underserved communities. Their partnership with LA County now reaches 1.3 million K-12 students. Read about their incredible work: https://lnkd.in/gqxbyuVi

Kristen Hwang at CalMatters explores what big cuts to #Medicaid could mean for Californians in some of the state's conservative areas. "It’s not a Republican thing. It’s not a Democratic thing. Forget the political BS, this is a human thing." Read the article: https://lnkd.in/g7VpfTpb