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Updates and
Announcements
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CalOptima and County of Orange Partner to Host Vaccine Clinics and Resource Fairs |
To boost access to COVID-19 vaccines for hard-to-reach CalOptima members, CalOptima and County of Orange agencies are partnering to hold a vaccine clinic at CalOptima’s main office on Saturday, June 19, from 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. for our members and to support the state and county’s goal to vaccinate Orange County residents. Our office is located at 505 City Parkway West, Orange, 92868. Minors ages 12 through 17 need to be accompanied by their parent or guardian and are only eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Walk-ins are welcome!
In addition to offering vaccinations for up to 1,200 people, the event will feature resource fair booths and information about supportive services. Members are offered a $25 incentive per vaccine dose.
To register, members can call the OC COVID-19 Hotline at 1-714-834-2000 or use www.othena.com, to register and select the CalOptima vaccination site. Transportation for members can be arranged by calling CalOptima at 1-888-587-8088. For more information about the Member Health Rewards, visit www.caloptima.org/vaccine. |
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New State Public Health Officer Order Supersedes Previous Orders |
The California Department of Public Health released a new state public health officer order that went into effect on June 15. The order replaces four previous state public health officer orders issued throughout the pandemic. To help prevent the transmission of COVID-19, the new order requires all Californians to follow the state's current guidance for masking, mega events, K–12 schools, child care programs and providers, and the portions of current K–12 schools’ guidance that have been made explicitly applicable to day camps and other supervised youth activities. For the county's press release, click here. |
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Mobile COVID-19 Vaccine Sites |
Mobile COVID-19 vaccine sites are scheduled countywide. Please visit www.Othena.com or call 714-834-2000 to find a location. |
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Emergency Broadband Benefit Program |
Medi-Cal beneficiaries, including CalOptima members, may be eligible to receive assistance for internet access through the Emergency Broadband Benefit program. To learn more about eligibility and how to apply, click here. The program will end when the fund runs out of money or six months after the Department of Health and Human Services declares an end to the COVID-19 health emergency, whichever is sooner. |
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CalOptima Extends Time to Share Your Opinion About California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal — In Lieu of Services |
The Department of Health Care Services has issued the final guidance for CalAIM ILOS; click here for the DHCS guidance. In light of the new guidance, CalOptima has extended the time to share your feedback on the remaining 10 ILOS services (listed below) being considered for the CalAIM ILOS Phase 2 implementation.
- Asthma Remediation
- Community Transition Services/Nursing Facility Transition to a Home
- Day Habilitation Programs
- Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (Home Modifications)
- Meals/Medically Tailored Meals
- Nursing Facility Transition/Diversion to Assisted Living Facilities
- Personal Care and Homemaker Services
- Respite Services
- Short-Term Post-Hospitalization Housing
- Sobering Centers
Please complete the ILOS Survey by June 30, 2021, by clicking here. |
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Smile! Your Medi-Cal Benefits Include Dental! |
Smile, California is hosting a Spanish language Facebook Live presentation for Medi-Cal members on June 29, 2021, at 1 p.m. Member Outreach Representative Adriana Dement will discuss the Medi-Cal Dental Program (Denti-Cal), inform viewers about the covered services available for members of all ages and answer questions about Medi-Cal dental benefits. Participants who stay for the entire presentation will be entered in an opportunity drawing for a $50 gift card. |
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Online Platform Helps California Teachers Collaborate |
California Department of Education and Californians Dedicated to Education Foundation launched California Educators Together, an online platform designed to streamline communication between educators. Users can share lesson plans, curriculum and other resources with each other in addition to accessing resources for such topics as literacy and mental health, and event updates from their respective school districts. |
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Conversation on LGBTQIA+ Mental Health & Healthcare |
Join NAMI OC on June 22 from 5–6:30 p.m. and learn about LGBTQIA+ identity and how it intersects with mental health, and how health care providers can support and affirm the experience of an LGBTQIA+ individual. Click here to register. |
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Coordinated Care Initiative Webinar |
Join the Department of Health Care Services, CalOptima and attorney Sara Lee from Community Legal Aid SoCal (OneCare Connect’s Ombudsman Program) for a FREE informational webinar on OneCare Connect and the Coordinated Care Initiative, on Tuesday, June 22 at 12 p.m. Click here to register. |
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Drowning consistently remains the leading cause of death for children 1–4 years of age, and among the top five leading causes for those under the age of 18, both in Orange County and California. Each year, near drowning incidents also result in life-long disabilities. For helpful tips and other ways you can prevent drowning, visit DrowningPreventionOC.org. |
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CalOptima Regulatory Alert |
Due to the rapidly changing situation surrounding COVID-19, CalOptima posts a roundup of federal/state rules, guidance and news related to COVID-19 and updates it frequently.
Recent COVID-19 Regulatory Highlight:
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CDPH SNF Conference Call Notification Weekly COVID-19 Update Call Notes (posted 6/1/21)
Providers and other health care professionals with questions can contact the Provider Relations department at 714-246-8600 or providerservices@caloptima.org. |
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How to Contact CalOptima During the COVID-19 Pandemic |
CalOptima Customer Service remains ready to respond to member needs. Members can call Customer Service from the safety of their home, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We have staff who speak their language. |
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CalOptima, A Public Agency www.caloptima.org
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