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AB 1561: Medi-Cal: complex rehabilitation technology.
What AB 1561 does, verified February 4, 2026
The bill aims to simplify the Medi-Cal process for complex rehabilitation technology (CRT) repairs. It prohibits the state from requiring prior authorization for CRT-powered wheelchair repairs if the cost does not exceed $1,250. The bill also eliminates the need for a medical necessity prescription or individual documentation for approved CRT-powered wheelchairs. Suppliers must document and maintain records of repairs, including reason for repair and labor details, subject to postpayment audits.
Bill journey
1IntroducedCurrent
2In CommitteePending
3First Chamber FloorPending
4Second ChamberPending
5GovernorPending
6ChapteredPending
Last action: Re-referred to Com. on HEALTH. (2026-02-03)Alert me
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| Feb. 03, 2026 | Re-referred to Com. on HEALTH. |
| Feb. 02, 2026 | From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on HEALTH. Read second time and amended. |
| Feb. 02, 2026 | Referred to Com. on HEALTH. |
| Jan. 09, 2026 | From printer. May be heard in committee February 8. |
| Jan. 08, 2026 | Read first time. To print. |