AB 2208: Medi-Cal: cost sharing and accessibility.

The Medi-Cal program would be amended to reflect changes made by federal law, which affect Medicaid eligibility, cost sharing, and retroactive coverage. Starting October 1, 2028, a copayment of $0.01 would be required for non-emergency services, but exemptions would apply for services with payment under $10 and for family planning services. The bill would also prohibit service providers from denying care based on nonpayment of copayments and ensure that the total aggregate amount of deductions does not exceed 5% of family income. The application process for Medi-Cal would be streamlined, with a single, accessible, and standardized form that is user-tested for accuracy and readability. The application would be operational by the required date and would incorporate work or community engagement activities into the self-attestation provision. The bill would also create new duties for counti…