Local Health Plans of California (LHPC) is a statewide trade association that represents 17 publicly managed, not-for-profit health plans in California.

Joined January 2019
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The Legislature’s budget deal provides the opportunity for preserving access to care for low-income undocumented Californians. We stand ready to work on a solution that avoids shifting 2 million Medi-Cal enrollees into a fragmented system. Read More: bit.ly/4e7fFKd
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Health Plan of San Joaquin is helping expand free tax filing services so families can claim the tax credits they’ve earned and strengthen financial stability. @lodinews lodinews.com/news/article_9d…
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As of 2026, many local plans offer Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNP) to members that qualify for both Medicare & Medicaid. These plans help coordinate the spectrum of care their members need. Read the Fact Sheet: lhpc.org/sites/main/files/lh…
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Health goes beyond the doctor’s office. @CalOptima is awarding $1.2M to local food banks to help address food insecurity in the communities they serve. Read more: caloptima.org/en/about-us/pr…
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Local plans invest where it matters most. A new report from the Alliance highlights nearly $45M invested in 2025 to expand access to care, strengthen the workforce, and support healthier communities. Read more: thealliance.health/alliance-…
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Health Plan of San Joaquin/ Mountain Valley Health Plan announces its $1.7M initiative that brings 24/7 obstetric care to the Doctors Medical Center of Modesto. Read more: bit.ly/47YMHsX
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With multiple eligibility changes coming to Medicaid in the new year, Santa Clara Family Health Plan is partnering with community-based organizations to ensure members can complete their applications successfully. Read more: bit.ly/49RExEb
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Local Health Plans of California CEO Linnea Koopmans issued the following statement in response to the proposed 2026-27 state budget. #Medicaid #ProtectMedicaid
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Welcome back California legislators, happy new year! We know you all share our commitment to the safety net and we look forward to engaging this year. #MediCal #CALeg
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In response to the recent delays facing CalFresh benefits, @CalOptimaHealth is providing $8 million in emergency support to boost available resources directly to Medi-Cal members facing food insecurity. Read more: bit.ly/4pxQTpy
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At this year's annual DHCS 2025 Medi-Cal Managed Care Quality Conference, health care leaders came together to discuss and recommit to improving quality and equity for Medi-Cal members. Additionally, 8 local plans received awards for their outstanding performance in 2024!
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As this year comes to a close, LHPC expresses their utmost gratitude for local plans’ tireless dedication to the safety net and the critical initiatives that transform the lives of California’s most vulnerable communities.
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Thank you to @CHCF for amplifying the impact of local plans’ community reinvestments in their latest report. This publication underscores how local plans step up and work to be part of the solution for healthier communities. Read the full report: bit.ly/4ivtYch
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CenCal Health announced its commitment to a $6 million investment to support access to health care through their newly developed grant program that focuses on recruitment, workforce training, and overall provider practice support. Read more: bit.ly/4nq191t
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With input from their provider community and industry experts, Health Plan of San Mateo commits $60M to a groundbreaking five-year Primary Care Investment Strategy with hopes of moving their network from crisis to progress. Read more: bit.ly/3WOWFa5
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“Now is not the time to turn away from partnerships with one another. These are challenges our community must confront jointly with compassion, clarity and courage.” Read CenCal Health CEO’s latest Op-ed on the impacts of Medicaid cuts. Read more: bit.ly/4nxK8m6
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Central California Alliance for Health has launched TotalCare, a Medicare Advantage plan that offers all in one care for those enrolled in both Medi-Cal and Medicare for streamlined access to care. Read more: bit.ly/3JBUZNU
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Starting Jan. 1, Ventura County residents with both Medicare and Medi-Cal will be able to have their care coordinated under Gold Coast Health Plan’s Total Care Advantage.  This new integrated health plan will remove barriers for accessing care. Read more: bit.ly/3LbZZcB
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Read our latest fact sheet to learn more about how local plans are combating Medicaid fraud, waste, and abuse. Read here: bit.ly/3Wvd8Qy
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