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CHA Memo Helps Hospital EDs with Psychiatric Emergencies Under AB 1316

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By Barbara Roth, Kirsten Barlow
| calhospital.org
What’s happening: As of Jan. 1,hospital emergency departments (EDs) have a clear pathway for Medi-Cal reimbursement for behavioral health visits under Assembly Bill (AB) 1316, a CHA-sponsored bill. In a recent memo to members, CHA provides guidance to hospitals about these new requirements, as well as hospitals’ obligations for stabilizing or transferring individuals in EDs experiencing a mental health crisis.
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Federal Funding Will Bolster Medi-Cal Reimbursement for Inpatient Psychiatric Care

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By Jelena Lapuz, Kirsten Barlow
| calhospital.org
What’s happening: On Dec. 16, California was approved for the large BH-CONNECT behavioral health demonstration project, which is estimated to bring $5 billion of new federal Medicaid dollars for California over the next five years. What else to know: During this time,BH-CONNECT will use the funds to test new approaches to behavioral health treatment, housing, and workforce development.
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Behavioral Health Care Symposium Features CNN Hero of the Year

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By Jessica Mulholland, Kirsten Barlow
| calhospital.org
What’s happening: CNN’s 2023 Hero of the Year, Kwane Stewart, DVM, is a featured speaker at CHA’s upcoming 2024 Behavioral Health Care Symposium, being held in Long Beach Dec. 4-5. What else to know: Dr. Stewart, a practicing veterinarian in California, will share his personal story about founding Project Street Vet, which offers free veterinary care, treatment, and support to the pets of individuals experiencing homelessness and/or financial hardship.
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