Coronavirus (COVID-19) Relief Center
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California
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 25, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in California, we recommend that you visit the Secretary of State's website or the California COVID-19 portal.
Description of Program and Relief
Testing
All insurers providing commercial health insurance coverage must immediately reduce cost-sharing (including, but not limited to, co-pays, deductibles and coinsurance) to zero for all medically necessary screening and testing for COVID-19 and associated hospital, emergency department, urgent care and provider office visits where the purpose of the visit is to be screened and/or tested for COVID-19. Insurers are required to maintain associated support/administration services, and are encouraged to waive prior authorization and/or step therapy requirements in the event of a shortage of prescription drugs.
Government or Lead Agency
State of California, Department of Insurance, Department of Managed Care
Dates Available
Effective immediately
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
Applicable to medically necessary screening and testing for COVID-19 and associated hospital, emergency department, urgent care, and provider office visits where the purpose of the visit is to be screened and/or tested for COVID-19.
Application Deadlines (If Applicable)
N/A
Contact for More Information
Department of Insurance Consumer Hotline: (800) 927-4357
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