L.A. Care Health Plan

17/07/2025

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17/07/2025

L.A. Care’s Community Benefits Program Manager, Robert Lewis has more than 30 years experience in philanthropy, grantmaking and a deep-seated passion for community service. But his commitment to service doesn’t stop there. 💙

Recently appointed by Mayor Karen Bass to serve on the City of Los Angeles' Charter Reform Commission, Robert sees this as a chance to elevate the voices of communities that have long gone unheard.

“This appointment gives my voice value,” he says, “and the ability to effectively represent the interests of underserved communities.”

With a heart for equity, Robert is helping shape a better future—one rooted in transparency, integrity, and community trust. 🤝🏽

Read the full story here: http://spr.ly/61884ClbC

16/07/2025

Recientemente ha habido noticias sobre la divulgación de información de miembros de Medi-Cal a las autoridades de inmigración. Queremos comunicarnos directamente con usted para brindarle información clara y asegurarle que sus beneficios de atención médica no se verán afectados.

Su privacidad y su atención médica son importantes para nosotros

En L.A. Care Health Plan (L.A. Care), proteger su información personal es una de nuestras principales prioridades. Queremos que sepa lo siguiente:

• L.A. Care y su médico no han compartido su información personal con las
autoridades de inmigración.

• Cada mes, en cumplimiento con la ley federal, el Departamento de Servicios de Salud de California (Department of Health Care Services, DHCS) envía cierta información sobre los miembros de Medi-Cal a los Centros de Servicios de Medicare y Medicaid (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS) federales. Esto es algo normal en el funcionamiento de Medi-Cal e incluye datos como su nombre, dirección, fecha de nacimiento, número de identificación de Medi-Cal y número de Seguro Social (si lo ha facilitado).

• Recientemente, ha habido informes de que CMS pudo haber compartido
cierta información de miembros de Medi-Cal con el Departamento de
Seguridad Nacional.

Sus beneficios y elegibilidad siguen siendo los mismos

Queremos asegurarle que, por el momento, no hay cambios en su elegibilidad o beneficios de Medi-Cal. Su salud y bienestar son nuestras principales prioridades.

Sus servicios de atención médica

Le recomendamos que consulte a su médico, surta sus recetas y use los servicios de salud que usted y su familia necesitan. L.A. Care también ofrece opciones de atención virtual. Si lo prefiere, puede utilizar nuestras opciones de atención virtual para recibir atención desde su hogar u otro lugar seguro. Para obtener más información sobre las opciones de atención virtual, consulte https://www.lacare.org/healthyliving/commitment-access-to-care o llame al 1.888.839.9909 (TTY: 711), las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, incluso los días festivos.

Su cobertura de medicamentos recetados de Medi-Cal también incluye servicios de farmacia por correo para su comodidad. Para recibir más información acerca de la cobertura de medicamentos recetados de Medi-Cal Rx y las farmacias que aceptan Medi-Cal, ingrese en medicalrx.dhcs.ca.gov. O llame al Centro de Servicio al Cliente de Medi-Cal Rx al 1-800-977-2273 (TTY: 711 relevo estatal). Tenga a mano su tarjeta
de identificación de beneficios de Medi-Cal (Benefits Identification Card, BIC) cuando llame.

Estamos a su disposición

Entendemos que noticias como esta pueden ser preocupantes. Queremos que sepa que L.A. Care está aquí para ayudarle. Si tiene preguntas o necesita más información, puede visitar nuestro sitio web o llamar a nuestro equipo de Servicios para los Miembros. También le recomendamos que consulte los recursos útiles y las preguntas frecuentes del DHCS en https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/keep-your-Medi-Cal/Pages/Medi-Cal-ImmigrantEligibility-FAQs.aspx.

En L.A. Care, creemos que todos merecen una atención médica de alta calidad y accesible. Estamos comprometidos a proteger su privacidad y apoyarle en cada paso del camino.





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16/07/2025

The federal budget signed into law could make it harder for low-income students to become doctors, by capping student loan debt for medical degrees at $200,000.This means many students will need to seek private loans, which can be more expensive and less forgiving.📉🩺

Martha Santana-Chin, CEO of L.A. Care, spoke with to warn about the bill’s negative impact:
“The cost of college, medical school, and loan repayment already presents financial barrier after financial barrier that prevent many from pursuing medicine.”

Read more about what this means for medical students and the health care industry below.

https://calmatters.org/health/2025/07/student-loan-foregiveness-trump-bill/

10/07/2025

There has been some recent news about the disclosure of Medi-Cal member information to immigration authorities. We want to provide clear information and to reassure you about your health care benefits.

Your Privacy and Health Care Are Important to Us

At L.A. Care, protecting your personal information is one of our top priorities. We want you to know:

• L.A. Care and your doctor have not shared your personal information with immigration authorities.
• Every month, in compliance with federal law, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) sends certain Medi-Cal member information to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This is a normal part of how Medi-Cal works and includes things like your name, address, date of birth, Medi-Cal ID, and Social Security number (if you provided one).
• Recently, there have been reports that CMS may have shared some Medi-Cal member information with the Department of Homeland Security.

Your Benefits and Eligibility Remain the Same

We want to reassure you that as of now there are no changes to your Medi-Cal eligibility or benefits. Your health and well-being are our top priorities.

Your Health Care Services

We encourage you to seeing your doctor, fill your prescriptions, and use the health services you and your family need. L.A. Care also offers virtual care options. If you prefer, you can use our virtual care options to get care from home or another safe place. To learn more about virtual care options, please see bit.ly/yourcareandrights or call 1-888-839-9909 (TTY 711) available 24/7 including holidays.

Your Medi-Cal prescription drug coverage also includes mail-order pharmacy services for your convenience. To learn more about Medi-Cal Rx prescription drug coverage and pharmacies that take Medi-Cal, go to medi-calrx.dhcs.ca.gov. Or call the Medi-Cal Rx Customer Service Center at 1-800-977-2273 (TTY: State Relay at 711). Have your Medi-Cal Benefits Identification Card (BIC) number ready when you call.

We’re Here for You





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04/07/2025

💬 A message from L.A. Care Health Plan CEO, Martha Santana-Chin
The passing of the congressional budget bill, with nearly $1 trillion in health care cuts is a devastating blow to the people we serve. These are working families, seniors, children, and individuals with disabilities who rely on Medicaid to access essential care.
This isn’t just a Medicaid issue, it’s a system-wide concern. These cuts will destabilize hospitals, reduce jobs, and drive up health care costs for all Americans.

At L.A. Care, we’ve served 2.6 million Angelenos for nearly three decades. We remain steadfast in our mission to ensure that affordable, quality care is accessible for everyone.

🔗 Read the full statement: http://spr.ly/61824mb74

03/07/2025

Millions could lose access to Medicaid, not because they’re ineligible, but due to stricter income verification and increased paperwork. 🏥

Martha Santana-Chin, CEO of L.A. Care Health Plan, spoke with Amanda Seitz of the AP about these challenges:

"The life experience of these individuals is not necessarily one that allows them the luxury of having to work through onerous paperwork."
Learn more below here:
http://spr.ly/61894m3Sh

Roughly 11.8 million adults and kids will be at risk for losing health insurance if Republicans’ domestic policy package becomes a law.

02/07/2025

Esto no se trata de política, se trata de las vidas de las personas", dice Martha Santana-Chin, directora ejecutiva de L.A. Care.

Mientras el Congreso considera decisiones clave sobre el proyecto de presupuesto que podrían afectar la financiación de Medicaid, la directora ejecutiva de L.A. Care alza la voz sobre lo que está en juego. ⚖️📄

Los recortes presupuestarios propuestos y los nuevos requisitos laborales podrían poner en riesgo el acceso a la atención médica para millones, incluidos aquellos que dependen de Medi-Cal aquí mismo en California. 🚫🏥 Más de 15 millones de californianos — familias, personas mayores, personas con discapacidades y niños — dependen de Medi-Cal para recibir cobertura médica esencial.

En este video, Martha comparte por qué proteger este programa es tan importante para las comunidades a las que servimos. 🎥🤝

Obtén más información sobre nuestros esfuerzos para proteger Medicaid: lacare.org/medicaidmatters

02/07/2025

Scott, a Medicaid recipient, is unhoused and already facing unimaginable stress. The last thing he should have to worry about is losing access to medical care. 🩺

Proposed budget cuts to Medicaid, known as Medi-Cal in California, could limit access to this essential program and put millions at risk of losing the care they rely on.

Medicaid is more than just coverage, it’s care that changes lives. For families, seniors, children, and individuals across California, Medicaid makes essential health services possible. Because everyone deserves a chance to live a healthier life. 💙

🎥 Watch testimonials from Medicaid enrollees who share why this program is so critically important, and how it has made a difference in their lives.

🔗 Learn more at lacare.org/MedicaidMatters

01/07/2025

“This isn’t about politics — it’s about people’s lives.” says L.A. Care CEO, Martha Santana-Chin.

As Congress considers key budget bill decisions that could impact Medicaid funding, L.A. Care CEO is speaking up about what’s at stake. ⚖️📄

Proposed budget cuts and new work requirements could threaten health care access for millions — including those who rely on Medi-Cal right here in California. 🚫🏥 More than 15 million Californians — families, seniors, people with disabilities, and children — depend on Medi-Cal for essential health coverage.

In this video, Martha shares why protecting this program matters so deeply to the communities we serve. 🎥🤝

Learn more about our efforts to protect Medicaid: lacare.org/medicaidmatters

01/07/2025

In L.A. County, 40% of residents rely on Medi-Cal for their healthcare. But proposed budget cuts and new work requirements could put care at risk for millions and drive-up costs for everyone.🏥⚠️

L.A. Care CEO Martha Santana-Chin spoke with reporter Amy Ta on about what these changes could mean for Medicaid patients and our public health care system.

Read more below:
http://spr.ly/61814YPgF

Congress may be cutting hundreds of billions from Medicaid over the next decade. That could have massive implications for Angelenos, whether they’re on Medicaid or not.