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The Legislature states findings supporting a unified, single-payer-style health care financing system for all Californians. The State Department of Health Services is renamed the State Department of Health Care Services, and its retained functions continue with the renamed department. The Director of Health Care Services is appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation, the director receives a salary set by law, and the Governor may appoint up to two chief deputies on the director’s recommendation. The director has the powers of a department head under the cited Government Code chapter. The Department of Health Services has a Division of Rural Health, and that division must administer specified chapters and sections.

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  1. 123745.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome [123725 - 123745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must monitor, or hire someone to monitor, whether the county health officer or the officer’s designated agent is carrying out the duties in Section 123740 and doing so within the required timeframes.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome [123725 - 123745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123745. The department shall monitor, or contract with a person to monitor, whether the county health officer or his or her designated agent is performing the duties required by Section 123740 and whether they are being performed within the timeframes specified in Section 123740. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  2. 123750.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section says California found a need for 24-hour, year-round medical dispatch centers linking hospitals that provide obstetrical services with intensive care nurseries.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123750. The Legislature finds that intensive care nurseries for at-risk infants are often at capacity. It further finds that serious delays can occur in placing critically ill newborn infants in intensive care nurseries due to calls being placed to many hospitals. Additionally, valuable staff time is often taken by a capacity nursery in attempting to find another nursery with an available bed. It is further found that, due to the lack of a centralized dispatch system, at-risk infants are often not placed in the intensive care nursery nearest their homes. Therefore, the Legislature finds that in order to protect the health of critically ill newborn children and to more efficiently utilize space and staff in intensive care nurseries it is necessary to establish 24-hour-a-day, year-round medical dispatch centers linking all hospitals providing obstetrical services with intensive care nurseries. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  3. 123753.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must establish two dispatch centers, and each center must be located at a hospital with an intensive care nursery approved by the department.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123753. The department shall establish two dispatch centers, each to be located at a hospital containing an intensive care nursery that has been approved by the department. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  4. 123755.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Two centers established under Section 123750 must be located so that one serves north of the Tehachapi Mountains and one serves south of them.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123755. One of the centers established pursuant to Section 123750 shall be located to serve the region of the state north of the Tehachapi Mountains, and one of the centers shall be located to serve the region south of the Tehachapi Mountains. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  5. 123760.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The centers must arrange bedspace, transport, medical personnel, nursery care advice, and a daily bedspace record for critically ill newborn infants.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123760. The centers shall locate bedspace for critically ill newborn infants nearest their homes, locate and dispatch transport for the infants and for appropriate medical personnel, advise the obstetrical nursery regarding maintenance care of the infant until transport is effected, and keep a daily record of the availability of bedspace in all intensive care nurseries. Nothing in this article shall obligate the state for transport costs other than those already authorized by law. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  6. 123765.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Appropriated funds for this article must be used for communication equipment or time, and for personnel and administration of the centers.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123765. Funds appropriated to carry out the purposes of this article shall be used for leasing or purchasing communication equipment or time; and for hiring, training, or contracting for personnel and administration of the centers. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  7. 123770.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Public and private nonprofit health facilities, organizations, and educational institutions may receive center funds under this article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123770. Public and private nonprofit health facilities, organizations, and educational institutions are eligible to receive center funds under this article. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  8. 123775.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Each infant medical dispatch center must report annually on project progress, database status, and needed changes when requested by certain legislative bodies or members.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Infant Medical Dispatch Centers [123750 - 123775] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123775. Each infant medical dispatch center established pursuant to this article shall annually report on the progress of the project, the status of the data base obtained pursuant to Section 123760, and any necessary changes to meet the goals prescribed in Section 123760 to the Legislature upon request of either the Joint Legislative Budget Committee or other interested committees or Members of the Legislature. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 745, Sec. 153. Effective October 12, 2001.)
  9. 1238.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Offenses [1235 - 1238] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. )

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    County district attorneys must prosecute violations of this chapter or related regulations in their county when the state department or its authorized representative applies.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Offenses [1235 - 1238] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## 1238. The district attorney of every county shall, upon application by the state department or its authorized representative, institute and conduct the prosecution of any action for violation within his county of any provision of this chapter or regulations adopted hereunder. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147.)
  10. 123800.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This article may be cited as the Robert W. Crown California Children’s Services Act.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123800. This article shall be known and may be cited as the Robert W. Crown California Children’s Services Act. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  11. 123805.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must run a services program for physically defective or handicapped persons under 21, receive available funds, and cooperate with related government and professional groups.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123805. The department shall establish and administer a program of services for physically defective or handicapped persons under the age of 21 years, in cooperation with the federal government through its appropriate agency or instrumentality, for the purpose of developing, extending and improving the services. The department shall receive all funds made available to it by the federal government, the state, its political subdivisions or from other sources. The department shall have power to supervise those services included in the state plan that are not directly administered by the state. The department shall cooperate with the medical, health, nursing and welfare groups and organizations concerned with the program, and any agency of the state charged with the administration of laws providing for vocational rehabilitation of physically handicapped children. The reference to “the age of 21 years” in this section is unaffected by Section 1 of Chapter 1748 of the Statutes of 1971 or any other provision of that chapter. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  12. 123810.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department takes over specified duties, responsibilities, and jurisdiction for processing, auditing, and paying claims under this article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123810. The department succeeds to and is vested with the duties, purposes, responsibilities, and jurisdiction heretofore exercised by the State Department of Benefit Payments with respect to moneys, funds, and appropriations available to the department for the purposes of processing, audit, and payment of claims received for the purposes of this article. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  13. 123815.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must have possession and control of certain records, papers, equipment, and supplies connected to the Director of Benefit Payments’ duties and responsibilities under Section 123810.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123815. The department shall have possession and control of all records, papers, equipment, and supplies held for the benefit or use of the Director of Benefit Payments in the performance of his duties, powers, purposes, responsibilities, and jurisdiction that are vested in the department by Section 123810. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  14. 123820.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Certain civil service officers and employees must be transferred to the department, and their status, positions, and rights must be retained, except for positions exempt from civil service.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123820. All officers and employees of the Director of Benefit Payments who on July 1, 1978, are serving in the state civil service, other than as temporary employees, and engaged in the performance of a function vested in the department by Section 123810 shall be transferred to the department. The status, positions, and rights of these persons shall not be affected by the transfer and shall be retained by them as officers and employees of the department pursuant to the State Civil Service Act, except as to positions exempt from civil service. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  15. 123822.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Claims for services under this article must be submitted to the state fiscal intermediary by January 1, 1999.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123822. All claims for services provided under this article shall be submitted to the state fiscal intermediary for payment no later than January 1, 1999. The State Department of Health Services shall work in cooperation with the counties to develop a timeline for implementing the centralized billing system. If a department review of those counties participating in the centralized billing system demonstrates that as of January 1, 2000, any county has incurred increased costs as a result of submitting claims for services to the state fiscal intermediary, that county may be exempt from this section. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  16. 123825.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature states that this article is intended to provide necessary medical services for physically handicapped children whose parents cannot pay, to the extent practicable, and to include necessary services for such children treated in public schools.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123825. It is the intent of the Legislature through this article to provide, to the extent practicable, for the necessary medical services required by physically handicapped children whose parents are unable to pay for these services, wholly or in part. This article shall also include the necessary services rendered by the program to physically handicapped children treated in public schools that provide services for physically handicapped children. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  17. 123830.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section defines “handicapped child” and directs the director to establish the conditions that fall within that definition, subject to any legislative inclusion.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123830. “Handicapped child,” as used in this article, means a physically defective or handicapped person under the age of 21 years who is in need of services. The director shall establish those conditions coming within a definition of “handicapped child” except as the Legislature may otherwise include in the definition. Phenylketonuria, hyaline membrane disease, cystic fibrosis, and hemophilia shall be among these conditions. The reference to “the age of 21 years” in this section is unaffected by Section 1 of Chapter 1748 of the Statutes of 1971 or any other provision of that chapter. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  18. 123835.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must keep the CCS program current with medical science, and any proposed CCS medical-eligibility changes must go through a stakeholder process, including public sharing and committee input.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123835. (a) The department shall keep the California Children’s Services (CCS) program abreast of advances in medical science, leading to the inclusion of other handicapping conditions and services within the limits of and consistent with the most beneficial use of funds appropriated for this purpose. With the approval of the agency administrator the department may carry out pilot studies to determine the need for, or the feasibility of, including other handicapping conditions and services in the program within the limits of available funds appropriated for the program. (b) To the extent that any changes in CCS medical eligibility are proposed by the department, there shall be a stakeholder process that shall include both of the following: (1) A draft of the proposed regulatory changes shall be shared publicly at least 120 days prior to the filing of a regulatory change. The proposed changes shall also be shared with the appropriate policy and fiscal committees of the Legislature and posted publicly on the department’s Internet Web site. (2) The department shall utilize existing stakeholder committees to receive input and comments on any proposed changes and shall provide written comments back after input is provided. This input may be provided to all stakeholders, including, but not limited to, advocates, clinical experts, associations, county CCS program administrators, families, and CCS providers. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 625, Sec. 2. (SB 586) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  19. 123840.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section defines “services” for this article to include several kinds of diagnosis, treatment, care, therapy, materials, and appliances-related support.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123840. “Services,” as used in this article, means any or all of the following: (a) Expert diagnosis. (b) Medical treatment. (c) Surgical treatment. (d) Hospital care. (e) Physical therapy. (f) Occupational therapy. (g) Special treatment. (h) Materials. (i) Appliances and their upkeep, maintenance, care and transportation. (j) Maintenance, transportation, or care incidental to any other form of “services.” (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  20. 123845.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section defines “California Children’s Services Program” as the program of services established and operated under this article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123845. “California Children’s Services Program,” as used in this article, means the program of services established and operated pursuant to this article. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  21. 123850.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section assigns county and state responsibilities for administering the California Children’s Services (CCS) program, including county designation, standards, transition arrangements, and reporting.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123850. (a) (1) The board of supervisors of each county shall designate the county department of public health or the county department of social welfare as the designated agency to administer the California Children’s Services (CCS) program. Counties with a total population under 200,000 persons may administer the county program independently or jointly with the department. Counties with a total population in excess of 200,000 persons shall administer the county program independently. Except as otherwise provided in this article, the director shall establish standards relating to the local administration and minimum services to be offered by counties in the conduct of the CCS program. (2) Counties with a total population under 2,000 persons may designate another county to administer the program, if all of the following conditions are met: (A) The other county agrees to the designation. (B) The other county otherwise meets the standards established by the director pursuant to paragraph (1) and pursuant to any other applicable provisions of this article. (C) Neither county is a Whole Child Model county under Article 2.985 (commencing with Section 14094.4) of Chapter 7 of Part 3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (3) (A) The department shall adopt regulations necessary to implement this section, including, but not limited to, requirements applicable to written agreements between the counties. (B) Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the department may, if it deems appropriate, implement, interpret, or make specific this section by means of provider bulletins, written guidelines, or similar instructions from the department until regulations are adopted. (b) (1) Upon a determination by the director that a Medi-Cal managed care plan and participating county have met all of the State Department of Health Care Services’ readiness requirements, the designated county agency and a Medi-Cal managed care health plan serving the county, as determined by the director, shall provide for the transition of CCS program services, except for services provided pursuant to subdivision (c), into the Medi-Cal managed care health plan contract in Whole Child Model counties pursuant to Article 2.985 (commencing with Section 14094.4) of Chapter 7 of Part 3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code for children who are enrolled in the Medi-Cal managed care plan and CCS. For children enrolled in a Medi-Cal managed care plan and CCS in Whole Child Model counties pursuant to Article 2.985 (commencing with Section 14094.4) of Chapter 7 of Part 3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, the case management, care coordination, provider referral, and service authorization administrative functions of the CCS program shall then be the responsibility of the Medi-Cal managed care health plan in accordance with Section 14094.13 of the Welfare and Institutions Code and a written transition plan prepared by the designated county agency and the Medi-Cal managed care health plan. The director shall provide an implementation date for the transition and identify how the state shall continue to fulfill the requirements set forth in Sections 123855, 123925, and 123960. CCS program eligibility determination shall remain the responsibility of the designated county agency in accordance with the provisions of this article. (2) The case management, care coordination, provider referral, and service authorization functions of the CCS program shall remain the responsibility of the county for CCS beneficiaries exempt from mandatory enrollment in the Medi-Cal managed care plan. (c) The CCS Medical Therapy program shall remain responsible for the provision of medically necessary occupational and physical therapy services prescribed by the CCS Medical Therapy Unit Conference Team Physician or the CCS-paneled physician who is providing the medical direction for occupational and physical therapy services. (d) Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, the department may implement, interpret, or make specific this article, Article 2.97 (commencing with Section 14093) and Article 2.985 (commencing with Section 14094.4) of Chapter 7 of Part 3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, and any applicable federal waivers and state plan amendments by means of all-county letters, plan letters, CCS numbered letters, plan or provider bulletins, or similar instructions, without taking regulatory action in order to implement the Whole Child Model established pursuant to Article 2.985 (commencing with Section 14094.4) of Chapter 7 of Part 3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. By July 1, 2020, the department shall adopt regulations in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. Commencing January 1, 2018, the department shall provide a status report to the Legislature on a semiannual basis, in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code, until regulations have been adopted. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 167, Sec. 1. (AB 870) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  22. 123853.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may contract for certain therapies and health services, and factor replacement therapy manufacturers must pay interest on late or unpaid rebates. Some contracts are confidential, and a laboratory contractor must be properly licensed or certified.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123853. (a) The department may enter into contracts with one or more manufacturers on a negotiated or bid basis as the purchaser, but not the dispenser or distributor, of factor replacement therapies under the California Children’s Services Program for the purpose of enabling the department to obtain the full range of available therapies and services required for clients with hematological disorders at the most favorable price and to enable the department, notwithstanding any other provision of state law, to obtain discounts, rebates, or refunds from the manufacturers based upon the large quantities purchased under the program. Nothing in this subdivision shall interfere with the usual and customary distribution practices of factor replacement therapies. In order to achieve maximum cost savings, the Legislature hereby determines that an expedited contract process under this section is necessary. Therefore, a contract under this subdivision may be on a negotiated basis and shall be exempt from Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 10290) of Part 2 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code and Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 14825) of Part 5.5 of Division 3 of the Government Code. Contracts entered pursuant to this subdivision shall be confidential and shall be exempt from disclosure under the California Public Records Act (Division 10 (commencing with Section 7920.000) of Title 1 of the Government Code). (b) (1) Factor replacement therapy manufacturers shall calculate and pay interest on late or unpaid rebates. The interest shall not apply to any prior period adjustments of unit rebate amounts or department utilization adjustments. Manufacturers shall calculate and pay interest on late or unpaid rebates for quarters that begin on or after the effective date of the act that added this subdivision. (2) Following the final resolution of any dispute regarding the amount of a rebate, any underpayment by a manufacturer shall be paid with interest calculated pursuant to paragraph (4), and any overpayment, together with interest at the rate calculated pursuant to paragraph (4), shall be credited by the department against future rebates due. (3) Interest pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) shall begin accruing 38 calendar days from the date of mailing the invoice, including supporting utilization data sent to the manufacturer. Interest shall continue to accrue until the date of mailing of the manufacturer’s payment. (4) Interest rates and calculations pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) shall be identical to interest rates and calculations set forth in the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ Medicaid Drug Rebate Program Releases or regulations. (c) If the department has not received a rebate payment, including interest, within 180 days of the date of mailing of the invoice, including supporting utilization data, a factor replacement therapy manufacturer’s contract with the department shall be deemed to be in default and the contract may be terminated in accordance with the terms of the contract. This subdivision does not limit the department’s right to otherwise terminate a contract in accordance with the terms of that contract. (d) The department may enter into contracts on a bid or negotiated basis with manufacturers, distributors, dispensers, or suppliers of pharmaceuticals, appliances, durable medical equipment, medical supplies, and other product-type health care services and laboratories for the purpose of obtaining the most favorable prices to the state and to assure adequate access and quality of the product or service. In order to achieve maximum cost savings, the Legislature hereby determines that an expedited contract process under this subdivision is necessary. Therefore, contracts under this subdivision may be on a negotiated basis and shall be exempt from the provisions of Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 10290) of Part 2 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code and Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 14825) of Part 5.5 of Division 3 of the Government Code. (e) The department may contract with one or more manufacturers of each multisource prescribed product or supplier of outpatient clinical laboratory services on a bid or negotiated basis. Contracts for outpatient clinical laboratory services shall require that the contractor be a clinical laboratory licensed or certified by the State of California or certified under Section 263a of Title 42 of the United States Code. Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed as prohibiting the department from contracting with less than all manufacturers or clinical laboratories, including just one manufacturer or clinical laboratory, on a bid or negotiated basis. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 615, Sec. 283. (AB 474) Effective January 1, 2022. Operative January 1, 2023, pursuant to Sec. 463 of Stats. 2021, Ch. 615.)
  23. 123855.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department or designated county agency must work with local agencies and medical providers to find handicapped children and get them expert diagnosis near their homes, but it cannot require a medical or other physical examination without parental or guardian consent.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123855. The department or designated county agency shall cooperate with, or arrange through, local public or private agencies and providers of medical care to seek out handicapped children, bringing them expert diagnosis near their homes. Case finding shall include, but not be limited to, children with impaired sense of hearing. This section does not give the department or designated agency power to require medical or other form of physical examination without consent of parent or guardian. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  24. 123860.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department and designated county agencies must provide diagnoses for handicapped children. The department may also accept certain children for diagnosis when funds allow, and must keep and publish annual diagnosis records.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123860. In accordance with applicable regulations of the United States Children’s Bureau, the department and designated county agencies shall provide a diagnosis for handicapped children. Within the limits of available funds, the department and designated local agencies may accept for diagnosis a handicapped child believed to have a severe chronic disease or severe physical handicap, as determined by the director, irrespective of whether the child actually has an eligible medical condition specified in Section 123830. The department shall cause a record to be kept listing all conditions diagnosed by the program and shall publish the information annually, including data on the number and kinds of diagnosed medical conditions that do not come within the definition of “handicapped child” as specified in Section 123830. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  25. 123865.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    If a handicapped child’s parents or estate cannot fully or partly provide necessary services, the parents or guardian may apply to the county agency designated to administer these provisions.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123865. If the parents or estate of a handicapped child is wholly or partly unable to furnish for the child necessary services, the parents or guardian may apply to the agency of the county that has been designated by the board of supervisors of the county of residence under the terms of Section 123850 to administer the provisions for handicapped children. Residence shall be determined in accordance with Sections 243 and 244 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 28, Sec. 3. (AB 1494) Effective June 27, 2012.)
  26. 123870.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must set CCS financial eligibility standards, counties must use them, and eligible families generally pay a $20 annual fee unless an exception applies.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123870. (a) The department shall establish standards of financial eligibility for treatment services under the California Children’s Services Program (CCS program). (1) Financial eligibility for treatment services under this program shall be limited to persons in families with an adjusted gross income of forty thousand dollars ($40,000) or less in the most recent tax year, as calculated for California state income tax purposes. If a person is enrolled in the Medi-Cal program pursuant to Section 14005.26 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, or enrolled in the Medi-Cal Access Program pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 15810) of Part 3.3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, the financial documentation required to establish eligibility for the respective programs may be used instead of the person’s California state income tax return. However, the director may authorize treatment services for persons in families with higher incomes if the estimated cost of care to the family in one year is expected to exceed 20 percent of the family’s adjusted gross income. (2) Children enrolled in the Medi-Cal program pursuant to Section 14005.26 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or the Medi-Cal Access Program pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 15810) of Part 3.3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, who have a CCS program eligible medical condition under Section 123830, and whose families do not meet the financial eligibility requirements of paragraph (1), shall be deemed financially eligible for CCS program benefits. (b) Necessary medical therapy treatment services under the California Children’s Services Program rendered in the public schools shall be exempt from financial eligibility standards and enrollment fee requirements for the services when rendered to any handicapped child whose educational or physical development would be impeded without the services. (c) All counties shall use the uniform standards for financial eligibility and enrollment fees established by the department. All enrollment fees shall be used in support of the California Children’s Services Program. (d) Annually, every family with a child eligible to receive services under this article shall pay a fee of twenty dollars ($20), that shall be in addition to any other program fees for which the family is liable. This assessment shall not apply to any child who is eligible for full scope Medi-Cal benefits without a share of cost, for children receiving therapy through the California Children’s Services Program as a related service in their individualized education plans, for children from families having incomes of less than 100 percent of the federal poverty level, or for children covered under the Medi-Cal program pursuant to Section 14005.26 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or the Medi-Cal Access Program. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 733, Sec. 3. (SB 1477) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  27. 123872.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Before a family can be found financially eligible for these services, it must agree to repay the California Children’s Services Program for authorized treatment services, up to certain recovery amounts.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123872. In addition to the other eligibility requirements set forth in this article, prior to being determined financially eligible for services under this article, the applicant family shall agree to repay the California Children’s Services Program for any treatment services authorized by the program in an amount not to exceed the proceeds of any judgment, award, or settlement for damages as a result of a lawsuit or pursuant to an agreement relating to a California Children’s Services medically eligible condition. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  28. 123875.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A California Children’s Services conference team must find a child eligible for therapy services when the child needs medically necessary occupational or physical therapy based on the required referral. If the medical consultant disagrees, the consultant must seek further justification and consider the team’s arguments. The section does not change existing CCS eligibility criteria and generally does not apply to children diagnosed as specific learning disabled unless they otherwise qualify.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123875. If the California Children’s Service medical therapy unit conference team, based on a medical referral recommending medically necessary occupational or physical therapy in accordance with subdivision (b) of Section 7575 of the Government Code, finds that a handicapped child, as defined in Section 123830, needs medically necessary occupational or physical therapy, that child shall be determined to be eligible for therapy services. If the California Children’s Services medical consultant disagrees with the determination of eligibility by the California Children’s Services medical therapy unit conference team, the medical consultant shall communicate with the conference team to ask for further justification of its determination, and shall weigh the conference team’s arguments in support of its decision in reaching his or her own determination. This section shall not change eligibility criteria for the California Children’s Services programs as described in Sections 123830 and 123860. This section shall not apply to children diagnosed as specific learning disabled, unless they otherwise meet the eligibility criteria of the California Children’s Services. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 28, Sec. 5. (AB 1494) Effective June 27, 2012.)
  29. 123880.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department and designated agencies may not deny California Children’s Services eligibility or aid just because an otherwise eligible person is getting treatment through an accredited teaching program under the required supervision.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123880. The department and designated agencies shall not deny eligibility or aid under the California Children’s Services Program because an otherwise eligible person is receiving treatment services under a teaching program at an accredited medical school facility or accredited school or college of podiatric medicine, whether or not all or part of the treatment services are performed by the staff at the facility, school, or college, provided that treatment services at the facility, school, or college are under the general supervision of a California Children’s Services Program panel physician and surgeon, including a family physician, and podiatrist. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  30. 123885.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Panel members under Section 123880 must be board-certified and have expertise in the care of children.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123885. Panel members as set forth in Section 123880 shall be board-certified and have expertise in the care of children. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  31. 123890.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The state department may not deny certain burn-treatment requests just because a hospital lacks separate child and adult burn facilities, if the hospital has burn-center approval. Some exemptions apply only in hospitals more than 85 miles from other burn centers, and qualifying hospitals may have to show pediatric nursing training on request.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123890. (a) The state department shall not deny a hospital’s request to provide treatment to burn victims who are eligible under the California Children’s Services Program solely on the basis that the hospital does not have separate facilities for child and adult burn victims, provided that the hospital has approval from the department to operate a burn center pursuant to Section 1255. (b) Subdivision (a) shall only be applied to burn units located in hospitals where there are no regional burn centers, or any other existing burn center, within an 85-mile radius of the hospital. (c) Subdivision (a) shall only apply if the hospital seeking the exemption had a state-approved burn center in operation as of January 1, 1982, and if there is no hospital specializing in children’s services within an 85-mile radius of the hospital seeking the subdivision (a) exemption. (d) Hospitals having qualified and received a subdivision (a) exemption, shall demonstrate, at the request of the department, that the nursing staff providing burn care to children victims have satisfactorily completed post-graduate training in pediatrics. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  32. 123895.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The designated agency must check family financial eligibility and county residency, then record the facts and certify the child for care if the county residency and financial eligibility conditions are met.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123895. The designated agency shall determine the financial eligibility of the family according to standards established by the department. The agency will also determine if the parents are residents of the county, if the guardian of the child is a resident of the county, or if the emancipated minor is a resident of the county where application for services is made. If the agency finds that the family, guardian, or emancipated minor is a resident of the county and financially eligible for services, it shall make a record of the facts and shall certify this child for care under the program. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  33. 123900.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Families with an otherwise eligible child must pay an annual enrollment fee, unless a listed exemption applies.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123900. (a) Beginning September 1, 1991, in addition to any other standards of eligibility pursuant to this article, each family with a child otherwise eligible to receive services under this article shall pay an annual enrollment fee as a requirement for eligibility for services, except as specified in subdivision (f). (b) The department shall determine the annual enrollment fee, which shall be a sliding fee scale based upon family size and income, and shall be adjusted by the department to reflect changes in the federal poverty level. (c) “Family size” shall include the child, his or her natural or adoptive parents, siblings, and other family members who live together and whose expenses are dependent upon the family income. (d) “Family income” for purposes of this article, shall include the total gross income, or their equivalents, of the child and his or her natural or adoptive parents. (e) Payment of the enrollment fee is a condition of program participation. The enrollment fee is independent of any other financial obligation to the program. (f) The enrollment fee shall not be charged in any of the following cases: (1) The only services required are for diagnosis to determine eligibility for services, or are for medically necessary therapy pursuant to Section 123875. (2) The child is otherwise eligible to receive services and is eligible for full Medi-Cal benefits at the time of application or reapplication. (3) The family of the child otherwise eligible to receive services under this article has a gross annual income of less than 200 percent of the federal poverty level. (4) The family of a child otherwise eligible to receive services under this article who is enrolled in the Medi-Cal program pursuant to Section 14005.26 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (g) Failure to pay or to arrange for payment of the enrollment fee within 60 days of the due date shall result in disenrollment and ineligibility for coverage of treatment services 60 days after the due date of the required payment. (h) The county shall apply the enrollment fee scale established by the department and shall collect the enrollment fee. The county may arrange with the family for periodic payment during the year if a lump-sum payment will be a hardship for the family. The agency director of California Children’s Services may, on a case-by-case basis, waive or reduce the amount of a family’s enrollment fee if, in the director’s judgment, payment of the fee will result in undue hardship. (i) By thirty days after the effective date of this section or August 1, 1991, whichever is later, the department shall advance to each county, as a one-time startup amount, five dollars and fifty cents ($5.50) for each county child who was receiving services under this article on June 30, 1990, and who was not a Medi-Cal beneficiary. This one-time payment shall be in addition to the 4.1 percent of the gross total expenditures for diagnoses, treatment, and therapy by counties allowed under Section 123955. (j) Each county shall submit to the state, as part of its quarterly claim for reimbursement, an accounting of all revenues due and revenues collected as enrollment fees. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 733, Sec. 4. (SB 1477) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  34. 123905.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Certain counties must send the department a financial-eligibility statement for a handicapped child; the department must authorize necessary services within available funds and pay for services, with county reimbursement of its share.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123905. A county of under 200,000 population, administering its county program jointly with the department, shall forward to the department a statement certifying the family of the handicapped child as financially eligible for treatment services. The department shall authorize necessary services within the limits of available funds. Payment for services shall be made by the department, with reimbursement from the county for its proportionate share as specified in this article. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  35. 123910.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may pay certain service expenses for a physically handicapped child, authorize qualified providers, and accept and use gifts or grants for this article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123910. The department may, without the possession of a county certification, pay the expenses for services required by any physically handicapped child out of any funds received by it through gift, devise, or bequest or from private, state, federal, or other grant or source. The department may authorize or contract with any person or institution properly qualified to furnish services to handicapped children. It may pay for services out of any funds appropriated for the purpose or from funds it may receive by gift, devise, or bequest. The department may receive gifts, legacies, and bequests and expend them for the purpose of this article, but not for administrative expense. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  36. 123915.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    When the department directly provides or arranges services for physically handicapped children, it must make an agreement with the parents, guardians, or caregivers about payment of the enrollment fee.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123915. When the department provides, or arranges for the provision of, services to physically handicapped children directly, as in the case of nonresident physically handicapped children, it shall enter into an agreement with parents, guardians or persons responsible for the care of handicapped children for payment of the enrollment fee. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  37. 123920.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may pay expenses for services for a nonresident physically handicapped child if another state or a federal agency requests it and the costs are fully covered by special grants or allotments.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123920. Upon the request of another state or of a federal agency, the department may pay the expenses of services required by any physically handicapped child who is not a resident of the state; provided, that the cost of the services is fully covered by special grants or allotments received from the state or federal agency for that purpose. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  38. 123925.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department and designated agencies must supervise services for handicapped children and keep records showing each child’s condition and improvement.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123925. The department and designated agencies shall maintain surveillance and supervision over the services provided handicapped children under authorization by the program to assure a high quality of service and shall cause a record to be kept showing the condition and improvement of these handicapped children. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  39. 123929.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Most California Children’s Services Program services need prior authorization from the department or its designee, with some exceptions. The department may also approve late treatment-authorization requests, reimburse certain providers, require electronic submission of requests, provide an alternate format during system disruptions, and adopt implementing regulations.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123929. (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section and Section 14133.05 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, California Children’s Services Program services provided pursuant to this article require prior authorization by the department or its designee. Prior authorization is contingent on determination by the department or its designee of all of the following: (1) The child receiving the services is confirmed to be medically eligible for the CCS program. (2) The provider of the services is approved in accordance with the standards of the CCS program. (3) The services authorized are medically necessary to treat the child’s CCS-eligible medical condition. (b) The department or its designee may approve a request for a treatment authorization that is otherwise in conformance with subdivision (a) for services for a child participating in the Medi-Cal program pursuant to Section 14005.26 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or the Medi-Cal Access Program pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 15810) of Part 3.3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, received by the department or its designee after the requested treatment has been provided to the child. (c) If a provider of services who meets the requirements of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) incurs costs for services described in paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) to treat a child described in subdivision (b) who is subsequently determined to be medically eligible for the CCS program, as determined by the department or its designee, the department may reimburse the provider for those costs. Reimbursement under this section shall conform to the requirements of Section 14105.18 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (d) (1) By July 1, 2016, or a subsequent date determined by the department, requests for authorization of services, excluding requests for authorization of services submitted by dental providers enrolled in the Medi-Cal Dental program, shall be submitted in an electronic format determined by the department and shall be submitted via the department’s Internet Web site or other electronic means designated by the department. The department may implement this requirement in phases. (2) The department shall designate an alternate format for submitting requests for authorization of services when the department’s Internet Web site or other electronic means designated in paragraph (1) are unavailable due to a system disruption. (3) Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, the department may, without taking regulatory action, implement, interpret, or make specific this subdivision and any applicable waivers and state plan amendments by means of all-county letters, plan letters, plan or provider bulletins, or similar instructions. Thereafter, the department shall adopt regulations by July 1, 2017, in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. The department shall consult with interested parties and appropriate stakeholders in implementing this subdivision. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 733, Sec. 5. (SB 1477) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  40. 123930.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Treatment services are not authorized without a parent or guardian’s written consent, except for emancipated minors under 18.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123930. This article does not authorize any treatment service without the written consent of a parent or guardian except as a person under 18 years of age is an emancipated minor. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  41. 123935.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A handicapped child cannot be denied services under this article because of an intellectual disability.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123935. A handicapped child shall not be denied services pursuant to this article because he or she has an intellectual disability. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 457, Sec. 32. (SB 1381) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  42. 123940.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The board of supervisors must annually appropriate county money for services for handicapped children, the county must allocate additional matching funds, the state must match certain county expenditures, and the department must implement the section through numbered letters.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123940. (a) (1) Annually, the board of supervisors shall appropriate a sum of money for services for handicapped children of the county, including diagnosis, treatment, and therapy services for physically handicapped children in public schools, equal to 25 percent of the actual expenditures for the county program under this article for the 1990–91 fiscal year, except as specified in paragraph (2). (2) If the state certifies that a smaller amount is needed in order for the county to pay 25 percent of costs of the county’s program from this source. The smaller amount certified by the state shall be the amount that the county shall appropriate. (b) In addition to the amount required by subdivision (a), the county shall allocate an amount equal to the amount determined pursuant to subdivision (a) for purposes of this article from revenues allocated to the county pursuant to Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 17600) of Part 5 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (c) (1) The state shall match county expenditures for this article from funding provided pursuant to subdivisions (a) and (b). (2) County expenditures shall be waived for payment of services for children who are eligible pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 123870. (d) The county may appropriate and expend moneys in addition to those set forth in subdivisions (a) and (b) and the state shall match the expenditures, on a dollar-for-dollar basis, to the extent that state funds are available for this article. (e) County appropriations under subdivisions (a) and (b) shall include county financial participation in the nonfederal share of expenditures for services for children who are enrolled in the Medi-Cal program pursuant to Section 14005.26 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, or the Medi-Cal Access Program pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 15810) of Part 3.3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, and who are eligible for services under this article pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 123870, to the extent that federal financial participation is available at the enhanced federal reimbursement rate under Title XXI of the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 1397aa et seq.) and funds are appropriated for the California Children’s Services Program in the State Budget. (f) This section shall not require the county to expend more than the amount set forth in subdivision (a) plus the amount set forth in subdivision (b), nor shall it require the state to expend more than the amount of the match set forth in subdivision (c). (g) Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, the department, without taking further regulatory action, shall implement this section by means of California Children’s Services numbered letters. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 733, Sec. 6. (SB 1477) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  43. 123945.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may pay for certain child health services in qualifying counties when state funds are available and the county certifies it lacks enough account revenues.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123945. For those counties with a total appropriation of county funds not exceeding one hundred twenty-five thousand dollars ($125,000), and upon the expenditure of the county funds equivalent to a county appropriation pursuant to Section 123940, the department may, to the extent funds are available from state appropriated funds for the California Children’s Services Program and upon certification of the county that there are insufficient revenues from the account established pursuant to Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 17600) of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, pay for services for cases deemed by the department to represent emergencies or cases where medical care cannot be delayed without great harm to the child. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  44. 123950.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The designated county agency must run the medical-therapy program in local public schools for physically handicapped children, and the department may issue emergency regulations to carry out the section.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123950. The designated county agency shall administer the medical-therapy program in local public schools for physically handicapped children. As provided in Section 123940, the state and counties will share in the cost of support of therapist salaries in these schools in the ratio of one dollar ($1) of state or federal funds reimbursed quarterly to one dollar ($1) of county funds. The director shall establish standards for the maximum number of therapists employed in the schools eligible for state financial support in this program, the services to be provided, and the county administrative services subject to reimbursement by the state. The department may adopt regulations to implement this section as emergency regulations in accordance with Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. For the purposes of the Administrative Procedure Act, the adoption of the regulations shall be deemed an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and general welfare. Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, these emergency regulations shall not be subject to the review and approval of the Office of Administrative Law. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, if the department determines that emergency regulations are necessary to implement any part of this article, there shall be deemed to be good cause for the regulations to take effect prior to public notice and hearing. Notwithstanding subdivision (h) of Section 11346.1 and Section 11349.6 of the Government Code, the department shall transmit these regulations directly to the Secretary of State for filing. The regulations shall become effective immediately upon filing by the Secretary of State. The Office of Administrative Law shall provide for the printing and publication of these regulations in the California Code of Regulations. Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, these regulations shall not be repealed by the Office of Administrative Law and shall remain in effect until revised or repealed by the department. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  45. 123955.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The state, counties, and the director must share and manage California Children’s Services administration costs and standards, and counties must submit annual and revised applications when required.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123955. (a) The state and the counties shall share in the cost of administration of the California Children’s Services program at the local level. (b) (1) The director shall adopt regulations establishing minimum standards for the administration, staffing, and local implementation of this article subject to reimbursement by the state. (2) The standards shall allow necessary flexibility in the administration of county programs, taking into account the variability of county needs and resources, and shall be developed and revised jointly with state and county representatives. (c) The director shall establish minimum standards for administration, staffing, and local operation of the program subject to reimbursement by the state. (d) Until July 1, 1992, reimbursable administrative costs, to be paid by the state to counties, shall not exceed 4.1 percent of the gross total expenditures for diagnosis, treatment, and therapy by counties as specified in Section 123940. (e) Beginning July 1, 1992, this subdivision applies with respect to all of the following: (1) Counties shall be reimbursed by the state for 50 percent of the amount required to meet state administrative standards for that portion of the county caseload under this article that is ineligible for Medi-Cal to the extent funds are available in the State Budget for the California Children’s Services program. (2) Counties shall be reimbursed by the state for 50 percent of the nonfederal share of the amount required to meet state administrative standards for that portion of the county caseload under this article that is enrolled in the Medi-Cal program pursuant to Section 14005.26 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or the Medi-Cal Access Program pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 15810) of Part 3.3 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, and who are eligible for services under this article pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 123870, to the extent that federal financial participation is available at the enhanced federal reimbursement rate under Title XXI of the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 1397aa et seq.) and funds are appropriated for the California Children’s Services program in the State Budget. (3) On or before September 15 of each year, each county program implementing this article shall submit an application for the subsequent fiscal year that provides information as required by the state to determine if the county administrative staff and budget meet state standards. (4) The state shall determine the maximum amount of state funds available for each county from state funds appropriated for California Children’s Services county administration. If the amount appropriated for any fiscal year in the Budget Act for county administration under this article differs from the amounts approved by the department, each county shall submit a revised application in a form and at the time specified by the department. (f) The department and counties shall maximize the use of federal funds for administration of the programs implemented pursuant to this article, including using state and county funds to match funds claimable under Title XIX or Title XXI of the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 1396 et seq.; 42 U.S.C. Sec. 1397aa et seq.). (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 561, Sec. 135. (AB 1516) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  46. 123960.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must require participating local governments to provide program data about children treated, disability types, and treatment costs.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123960. The department shall require of participating local governments the provision of program data including, but not limited to, the number of children treated, the kinds of disabilities, and the costs of treatment, to enable the department, the Department of Finance, and the Legislature to evaluate in a timely fashion and to adequately fund the California Children’s Services Program. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  47. 123965.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A financially eligible handicapped child placed for adoption cannot be denied services because of the adopting parents’ income, and the adopting parents cannot be required to agree to pay the service costs.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123965. A handicapped child placed for adoption, determined to be financially eligible for care at the time of placement, shall not be denied services pursuant to this article based upon the income of the adopting parents, nor shall the adopting parents be required to enter into any agreement to pay toward the costs of services authorized for the care. This section shall only apply to physical handicaps present, and diagnosed, at the time of adoption. Residence, for the purposes of this section, shall be that of the adopting parents. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  48. 123970.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    At placement, the department and the placing adoption agency must tell prospective adopting parents in writing that California Children’s Services funds will end if they move out of state, and they must also tell them they may qualify for funds in the new state.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123970. The department and the placing adoption agency at the time of placement shall notify all prospective adopting parents in writing, that funds received under the California Children’s Services Program shall terminate if the adopting parents move out of the state. However, the department and the placing adoption agency shall advise the prospective adopting parents that they may be eligible for the funds in the new state, subject to any applicable qualifications. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  49. 123975.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must set up newborn and infant hearing-loss screening and follow-up services for eligible neonatal intensive care units.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123975. (a) The department, in consultation with selected representatives of participating neonatal intensive care units, shall establish a system to screen all newborns and infants for hearing loss as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 124116 and create and maintain a system of assessment and followup services for newborns and infants identified by the screening in approved neonatal intensive care units participating in the California Children’s Services Program. Screening, assessment and followup services and reporting of these services shall be provided in a manner consistent with Article 6.5 (commencing with Section 124115) of Chapter 3. This section shall not be applicable to a newborn child whose parent or guardian objects to the tests on the ground that the tests conflict with his or her religious beliefs or practices. (b) It is the intent of the Legislature, in enacting this section, to ensure the establishment and maintenance of protocols and quality of standards. (c) The department shall implement this section for newborns and infants in neonatal intensive care units participating in the California Children’s Services Program. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 22. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  50. 123980.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    If certain CCS Program recipients or their representatives sue a potentially liable third person, required notices must be sent to the State Director of Health Services and the county CCS program.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123980. If the recipient of services provided by the California Children’s Services Program, his or her guardian, conservator, personal representative, estate, or survivors, or any of them brings an action against a third person who may be liable for the injury, notice of institution of legal proceedings, notice of settlement, and all other notices required by this code shall be given to the State Director of Health Services in Sacramento and to the county-managed California Children’s Services Program. The director may provide notice to the Attorney General. All of these notices shall be given by the attorney retained to assert the beneficiary’s claim, or by the injured party beneficiary, his or her guardian, conservator, personal representative, estate, or survivors, if no attorney is retained. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  51. 123982.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section lets the state department and county designated agency seek reimbursement from judgments, awards, or settlements connected to covered medical treatment, and requires payment of treatment costs first from those funds.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123982. Except as otherwise provided by law, the amount of any judgment, award, or settlement relating to a medical condition for which treatment services have been provided under the California Children’s Services Program shall be subject to a claim by the state department and the designated county agency for reimbursement of the costs of the benefits provided, and to any lien filed against that judgment, award, or settlement. The department or the county designated agency, through its civil legal adviser, may, to enforce this right, institute and prosecute legal proceedings against the person who has received benefits under this article, his or her guardian, conservator, or other personal representative, or his or her estate. In the event of a judgment, award, or settlement in a suit or claim against a third person who is liable for the medical condition for which treatment services have been provided under the California Children’s Services Program, the court or other agency shall first order paid from the judgment, award, or settlement the actual costs of the care and treatment furnished, or to be furnished, under the California Children’s Services Program. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  52. 123985.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Bone marrow transplants for cancer treatment are reimbursable if the stated medical and hospital approval conditions are met.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123985. (a) A bone marrow transplant for the treatment of cancer shall be reimbursable under this article, when all of the following conditions are met: (1) The bone marrow transplant is recommended by the recipient’s attending physician. (2) The bone marrow transplant is performed in a hospital that is approved for participation in the California Children’s Services program. (3) The bone marrow transplant is a reasonable course of treatment and is approved by the appropriate hospital medical policy committee. (4) The bone marrow transplant has been deemed appropriate for the recipient by the program’s medical consultant. The medical consultant shall not disapprove the bone marrow transplant solely on the basis that it is classified as experimental or investigational. (b) The program shall provide reimbursement for both donor and recipient surgery. (c) Any county that has a population of not more than 600,000, as determined by the most recent decennial census conducted by the United States Bureau of the Census, shall be exempt from complying with the 25-percent matching requirement provided for under this article, for any bone marrow transplant reimbursable under this section. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  53. 123990.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must adopt regulations to implement the 1991 amendments to this article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123990. The department shall adopt regulations to implement the amendments of this article in 1991. The adoption of the regulations shall be deemed to be an emergency, and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, and general welfare. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  54. 123995.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must require certain program applicants to apply for Medi-Cal, and emergency case coverage is not barred by this section.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5. California Children’s Services [123800 - 123995] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 123995. (a) The department shall require all applicants to the program who may be eligible for cash grant assistance or for Medi-Cal benefits to apply for Medi-Cal. (b) This section shall not be interpreted to prohibit the coverage of services in emergency cases. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  55. 1240.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. )

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    The state department may suspend or revoke a license or special permit under this chapter if the listed grounds are met and the chapter’s procedures are followed.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## 1240. The state department may suspend or revoke any license or special permit issued under the provisions of this chapter upon any of the following grounds and in the manner provided in this chapter: (a) Violation by the licensee or holder of a special permit of any of the provisions of this chapter or of the rules and regulations promulgated under this chapter. (b) Aiding, abetting, or permitting the violation of any provision of this chapter or of the rules and regulations promulgated under this chapter. (c) Conduct inimical to the public health, welfare, or safety of the people of the State of California in the maintenance and operation of the premises or services for which a license or special permit is issued. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147.)
  56. 12400.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 11. EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12761] ( Division 11 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## PART 1. HIGH EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12401] ( Part 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. ) ## CHAPTER 9. Penalties [12400 - 12401] ( Chapter 9 added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. )

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    A person who violates this part or related State Fire Marshal regulations commits a misdemeanor and may be fined up to $1,000, jailed up to six months, or both, except as provided in Chapter 7 starting with Section 12302.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 11. EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12761] ( Division 11 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## PART 1. HIGH EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12401] ( Part 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. ) ## CHAPTER 9. Penalties [12400 - 12401] ( Chapter 9 added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. ) ## 12400. Except as provided in Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 12302), Part 1, Division 11 of the Health and Safety Code, every person who violates any provision of this part, or violates any regulation adopted by the State Fire Marshal pursuant to this part, is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment for not more than six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497.)
  57. 12401.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 11. EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12761] ( Division 11 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## PART 1. HIGH EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12401] ( Part 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. ) ## CHAPTER 9. Penalties [12400 - 12401] ( Chapter 9 added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. )

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    A person convicted of a felony under this part may be punished by state prison, up to one year in county jail, a fine up to $10,000, or both fine and imprisonment.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 11. EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12761] ( Division 11 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## PART 1. HIGH EXPLOSIVES [12000 - 12401] ( Part 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. ) ## CHAPTER 9. Penalties [12400 - 12401] ( Chapter 9 added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1497. ) ## 12401. Every person who is found guilty of a felony as specified in this part is punishable by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code, or in a county jail not exceeding one year, or by fine not exceeding ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 15, Sec. 183. (AB 109) Effective April 4, 2011. Operative October 1, 2011, by Sec. 636 of Ch. 15, as amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 39, Sec. 68.)
  58. 124010.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. )

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    The Legislature states an intent to create demonstration projects to help medically fragile infants, children, and adolescents.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. ) ## 124010. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature to establish demonstration projects to assist medically fragile infants, children, and adolescents. (b) It is further the intent of the Legislature that these demonstration projects serve as models for methods of providing primary care services and coordination of health care for medically fragile infants, children, and adolescents. (c) The Legislature finds and declares that the use of care management services under these demonstration projects will lead to savings in medical costs through reduced emergency room visits, hospital admissions, and other medical indicators and measures. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 93, Sec. 28. Effective July 7, 2000.)
  59. 124011.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. )

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    The section establishes demonstration projects for a medical home and care coordination model to reduce avoidable health problems for seriously ill infants, children, and adolescents.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. ) ## 124011. There is hereby established demonstration projects to provide a medical home and coordination of care model in order to reduce avoidable health problems of chronically, seriously ill infants, children, and adolescents. The demonstration projects may operate for a period of up to three years. Existing demonstration projects may be extended for up to two years, if outcome data display effectiveness as determined by the State Department of Health Services. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 93, Sec. 29. Effective July 7, 2000.)
  60. 124012.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. )

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    The department must competitively award appropriated funding to qualifying nonprofit children’s hospitals and certain other hospitals.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. ) ## 124012. The department shall award funding appropriated for purposes of this article, on a competitive basis, to any nonprofit children’s hospitals, as defined in Section 10727 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, and other hospitals that operate at least 10 special care centers, as certified by the California Childrens’ Services Program. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 93, Sec. 30. Effective July 7, 2000.)
  61. 124013.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. )

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    Demonstration projects must provide care management services to enrolled children and meet listed service and coordination requirements.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. ) ## 124013. The demonstration projects shall provide care management services to children enrolled in the demonstration projects pursuant to proposals accepted by the department. Demonstration projects shall meet all of the following requirements: (a) Establish and function as a medical home to a population of infants, children, and adolescents whose medical conditions requires multidisciplinary and multispecialty care. (b) Provide care coordination between primary care and specialty health care providers and community agencies for project enrollees. (c) Provide, or arrange for the provision of, health care services to maintain optimal health status. These services may include, but need not be limited to, physician office or home visits, psychosocial counseling, and medical nutrition evaluation and counseling. (d) Establish a relationship with an enrollee’s parent or guardian in order to enhance the understanding of the child’s condition and the parent or guardian’s participation in the enrollee’s medical treatment plan and decisionmaking. (e) Maximize the use of third-party reimbursement for the services provided to the population enrolled in the project. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 93, Sec. 31. Effective July 7, 2000.)
  62. 124014.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. )

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    The demonstration project may use clinic, home, school, inpatient, and multidisciplinary conference visits, plus other innovative care management techniques, to help enrolled children.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. ) ## 124014. In order to most effectively assist children enrolled in the demonstration project, the demonstration project may employ the use of clinic visits, home visits, school visits, inpatient visits, and multidisciplinary conferences, as well as other innovative care management techniques. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 93, Sec. 32. Effective July 7, 2000.)
  63. 124015.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. )

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    A funded hospital must submit a report to the department evaluating the demonstration project and its costs and health outcomes.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 5.5. Assistance To Children At Home Demonstration Project [124010 - 124015] ( Article 5.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 891, Sec. 1. ) ## 124015. (a) The hospital receiving funding under this article shall submit a report to the department that evaluates the demonstration project and includes measures of medical costs and improved health outcomes of enrollees. (b) The report shall address the following outcome measures as identified in the hospital’s demonstration project submitted to the department for approval. (c) The report required by subdivision (a) shall include a determination as to whether the demonstration project is deemed to be successful. Unless other outcome measures are used pursuant to subdivision (d), the demonstration project shall be deemed to be successful if all of the following have occurred: (1) The average number of school days missed is decreased by 50 percent. (2) The average number of emergency room visits is decreased by 50 percent. (3) The average number of hospitalizations and hospital days is decreased by 50 percent. (4) The number of children with up-to-date immunizations is increased by 50 percent. (d) The demonstration project may use other outcome measures in lieu of those identified in subdivision (c), if deemed appropriate by the department, to measure success. (e) The determinations made pursuant to this subdivision shall be based on a comparison of the preprogram utilization rates, which is data collected one year prior to enrollment in the program, with the utilization rates one year after enrollment. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 93, Sec. 33. Effective July 7, 2000.)
  64. 124024.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must carry out a CHDP-to-Medi-Cal transition process, including stakeholder engagement, a transition plan, program updates, and steps to keep related child health programs running.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124024. (a) Before July 1, 2024, the department shall take the following steps: (1) Conduct a stakeholder engagement process to inform the department in the development and implementation of a transition plan and defined milestones to guide the transition of Child Health and Disability Prevention (CHDP) to other existing Medi-Cal delivery systems or services. (A) The stakeholder engagement process shall include representatives of the State Department of Social Services, the State Department of Public Health, the County Health Executives Association of California, the County Welfare Directors Association of California, the California Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics California, the Service Employees International Union, Medi-Cal managed care plans, children’s advocates, and subject-matter experts as identified by the department. (B) The department shall strive to ensure the stakeholder engagement process reflects participation from the various regions throughout the state, including large urban and rural jurisdictions. (C) The department shall launch the stakeholder engagement process by convening the first meeting no later than October 1, 2022. (2) Develop a transition plan that shall include, at a minimum, all of the following: (A) A posttransition oversight and monitoring plan for Medi-Cal children currently served through CHDP, including those in fee-for-service and foster youth. (B) A plan for how managed care plans will monitor providers serving children for adherence to the Bright Futures Guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program standards, including, but not limited to, requirements for site reviews, provider training and audits, and coordination of care to needed services, including to dental and behavioral health providers. (C) A plan to fund the administrative and services costs of the Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care to meet statutory requirements. (D) An analysis and plan for retaining existing local CHDP positions through the exploration of new partnerships and roles, or through bolstering existing programs that can leverage CHDP expertise, or through both. (3) Provide an update to the Legislature during the 2023—24 budget hearings on the proposed transition plan. (4) Take actions necessary to continue Medi-Cal presumptive eligibility for children under 19 years of age, including expanding access within the Children’s Presumptive Eligibility Program to include all eligible Medi-Cal providers. (5) Take actions necessary, in consultation with the State Department of Social Services, to continue the Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care, including entering into contracts pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 16501.3 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (6) Take actions necessary, in consultation with the State Department of Public Health, to continue the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program activities. (7) Seek any federal approvals the department deems necessary to implement this section. This section shall be implemented only to the extent that any necessary federal approvals are obtained and the department determines that federal financial participation is available and is not otherwise jeopardized. (b) All qualified providers enrolled in the CHDP Program as of June 30, 2024, will be automatically enrolled as providers under the Children’s Presumptive Eligibility Program on July 1, 2024. Medi-Cal providers not enrolled in the CHDP Program as of June 30, 2024, must follow all prescribed departmental rules and guidance in order to enroll as a Presumptive Eligibility qualified entity. (c) Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, the department may implement, interpret, or make specific this section, in whole or in part, by means of all-county letters, plan letters, provider bulletins, numbered letters, information notices, or other similar instructions, without taking any further regulatory action. (d) The department shall issue a declaration certifying the date that all activities required pursuant to subdivision (a) have been completed. The department shall post the declaration on its internet website and provide a copy of the declaration to the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the Senate, the Chief Clerk of the Assembly, and the Legislative Counsel. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 47, Sec. 17. (SB 184) Effective June 30, 2022. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  65. 124025.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature states that child health and disability prevention programs should focus on early identification, referral, and periodic assessments so disabilities can be prevented or their impact reduced.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124025. The Legislature finds and declares that many physical and mental disabilities can be prevented, or their impact on an individual lessened, when they are identified and treated before they become chronic and irreversible damage occurs. The Legislature finds and declares that a community-based program of early identification and referral for treatment of potential handicapping conditions will be effective in reducing the incidence of the conditions and will benefit the health and welfare of the citizens of this state. It is the intent of the Legislature in enacting this article and Section 120475 to establish child health and disability prevention programs, that shall be financed and have standards established at the state level and that shall be operated at the local level, for the purpose of providing early and periodic assessments of the health status of children. It is further intended that child health and disability prevention programs shall make maximum use of existing health care resources and shall utilize, as the first source of screening, the child’s usual source of health care so that health screening programs are fully integrated with existing health services, that health care professionals be appropriately represented and utilized in these programs, that outreach programs be developed to stimulate the use of preventive health services, and that services offered pursuant to this article be efficiently provided and be of the highest quality. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  66. 124030.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section defines several terms used in the article, including state board, department, director, governing body, local board, local health jurisdiction, and CHDP provider.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124030. As used in this article and Section 120475: (a) “State board” means the State Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Board. (b) “Department” means the department. (c) “Director” means the director. (d) “Governing body” means the county board of supervisors or boards of supervisors in the case of counties acting jointly. (e) “Local board” means local maternal, child, and adolescent health board. (f) “Local health jurisdiction” means county health department or combined health department in the case of counties acting jointly or city health department within the meaning of Section 101185. (g) “Child Health and Disability Prevention provider” or “CHDP provider” means any of the following, if approved for participation in the Child Health and Disability Prevention program by the community Child Health and Disability program director in accordance with program standards and as certified by the department: (1) A physician licensed to practice medicine in California. (2) A family nurse practitioner certified pursuant to Sections 2834 and 2836 of the Business and Professions Code. (3) A pediatric nurse practitioner certified pursuant to Sections 2834 and 2836 of the Business and Professions Code. (4) A primary care center, clinic, or other public or private agency or organization that provides outpatient health care services. (5) A physicians’ group. (6) A licensed clinical laboratory. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1161, Sec. 11. Effective September 30, 2002. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  67. 124033.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section requires electronic filing for Child Health and Disability Prevention program applications starting July 1, 2003, lets the department use certain contracting or enrollment/payment mechanisms if reimbursement conditions are met, and exempts specified contracts from listed procurement laws.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124033. (a) Commencing July 1, 2003, all applications for services under the Child Health and Disability Prevention program shall be filed electronically in accordance with subdivision (b) of Section 14011.7 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (b) To implement the program described in subdivisions (b) to (e), inclusive, of Section 14011.7 of the Welfare and Institutions Code for the use of an electronic application for the Child Health and Disability Prevention program and for preenrollment into the Medi-Cal program or the Healthy Families Program, the following shall apply: (1) The department may contract with public or private entities, or utilize existing health care service provider enrollment and payment mechanisms, including the Medi-Cal program’s fiscal intermediary, only if services provided under the program are specifically identified and reimbursed in a manner that appropriately claims federal financial reimbursement. (2) Contracts, including the Medi-Cal program fiscal intermediary contract for the Child Health and Disability Prevention Program, including any contract amendment, any system change pursuant to a change order, and any project or systems development notice shall be exempt from Part 2 (commencing with Section 10100) of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code, Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 11700) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, Section 19130 of the Government Code, and any policies, procedures, or regulations authorized by these laws. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1161, Sec. 12. Effective September 30, 2002. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  68. 124035.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must administer this article and Section 120475, adopt minimum standards and necessary regulations for program approval, allow flexibility for county administration, and develop a fund-allocation methodology.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124035. The department shall administer this article and Section 120475 and shall adopt minimum standards for the approval of community child health and disability prevention programs and regulations as necessary. The standards shall allow necessary flexibility in the administration of county programs, taking into account the variability of county needs and resources. Standards shall be adopted for: (a) Education and experience requirements for directors of community child health and disability prevention programs. (b) Health screening, evaluation, and diagnostic procedures for child health and disability prevention programs. (c) Public and private facilities and providers that may participate in community child health and disability prevention programs. (d) The department shall develop a methodology for allocating child health and disability prevention funds to counties for the administration of this program. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 171, Sec. 12.5. Effective August 10, 2001. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  69. 124040.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    County governments must establish a community child health and disability prevention program, and the program plan must include specified screening, referral, and recordkeeping elements.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124040. (a) The governing body of each county or counties shall establish a community child health and disability prevention program for the purpose of providing early and periodic assessments of the health status of children in the county or counties by July 1, 1974. However, this shall be the responsibility of the department for all counties that contract with the state for health services. Contract counties, at the option of the board of supervisors, may provide services pursuant to this article in the same manner as other county programs, if the option is exercised prior to the beginning of each fiscal year. Each plan shall include, but is not limited to, the following requirements: (1) Outreach and educational services. (2) Agreements with public and private facilities and practitioners to carry out the programs. (3) Health screening and evaluation services for all children, including a physical examination, immunizations appropriate for the child’s age and health history, and laboratory procedures appropriate for the child’s age and population group performed by, or under the supervision or responsibility of, a physician licensed to practice medicine in California or by a certified family nurse practitioner or a certified pediatric nurse practitioner. (4) Referral for diagnosis or treatment when needed, including, for all children eligible for Medi-Cal, referral for treatment by a provider participating in the Medi-Cal program of the conditions detected, and methods for assuring referral is carried out. (5) Recordkeeping and program evaluations. (6) The health screening and evaluation part of each community child health and disability prevention program plan shall include, but is not limited to, the following for each child: (A) A health and development history. (B) An assessment of physical growth. (C) An examination for obvious physical defects. (D) Ear, nose, mouth, and throat inspection, including inspection of teeth and gums, and for all children one year of age and older who are eligible for Medi-Cal, referral to a dentist participating in the Medi-Cal program. (E) Screening tests for vision, hearing, anemia, tuberculosis, diabetes, and urinary tract conditions. (7) An assessment of nutritional status. (8) An assessment of immunization status. (9) If appropriate, testing for sickle-cell trait, lead poisoning, and other tests that may be necessary to the identification of children with potential disabilities requiring diagnosis and possibly treatment. (10) For all children eligible for Medi-Cal, necessary assistance with scheduling appointments for services and with transportation. (b) Dentists receiving referrals of children eligible for Medi-Cal under this section shall employ procedures to advise the child’s parent or parents of the need for and scheduling of annual appointments. (c) Standards for procedures to carry out health screening and evaluation services and to establish the age at which particular tests should be carried out shall be established by the director. At the discretion of the department, these health screening and evaluation services may be provided at the frequency provided under the Healthy Families Program and permitted in managed care plans providing services under the Medi-Cal program, and shall be contingent upon appropriation in the annual Budget Act. Immunizations may be provided at the frequency recommended by the Committee on Infectious Disease of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (d) Each community child health and disability prevention program shall, pursuant to standards set by the director, establish a record system that contains a health case history for each child so that costly and unnecessary repetition of screening, immunization and referral will not occur and appropriate health treatment will be facilitated as specified in Section 124085. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 18, Sec. 22. (SB 75) Effective June 24, 2015. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  70. 124045.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A city operating an independent health agency may provide the article’s services if the department approves.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124045. A city that operates an independent health agency may elect to provide the services described in this article with the approval of the department. In this instance, the powers granted a governing body of a county shall be vested in the governing body of the city. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  71. 124050.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Community child health and disability programs must have a director who meets department qualification standards, and the governing body appoints the director, except for counties contracting with the state for health services.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124050. Each community child health and disability program shall have a director meeting qualification standards by the department, appointed by the governing body, except for counties contracting with the state for health services. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  72. 124055.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A community child health and disability prevention program may contract to provide services to another county, but only if the director approves the contract.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124055. Any community child health and disability prevention program may contract to furnish services to any other county if the contract is approved by the director. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  73. 124060.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    County program directors and county governing boards must file annual budget/plan updates by September 15, and the department must set the reporting format and procedures.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124060. (a) On or before September 15 of each year, each county program director shall submit a budget update for the subsequent fiscal year that provides the following information: (1) A summary of the previous year’s activity, including the number of children screened, the number of children referred for diagnosis and treatment, by condition, and the cost of screening services. (2) A summary description of the results of cases in that a treatable disability was identified and referral made. (3) A projection and cost estimates of the number of children to be screened for the fiscal year for which the budget is being submitted. (b) The multiyear base community child health and disability prevention plan shall include the following: (1) An assessment of the adequacy and availability of the facilities and providers to provide health screening diagnostic and treatment services. (2) A description of the child health and disability prevention program to be offered, including expected participating providers and outreach mechanisms to be utilized. (3) A summary description of the current year’s activity, including the number of children screened, the number of children referred for diagnosis and treatment, by condition, and the cost of screening services. (4) A description of how existing school health resources, including school health personnel, are to be utilized for outreach and other services. (5) Budget estimates, including all sources of revenue, for the budget. (c) On or before September 15 of each year each governing board shall submit an update to the multiyear base community child health and disability prevention plan. The director shall determine the amount of state funds available for each county for specified services under an approved multiyear base community child health and disability prevention plan, as updated, from state funds appropriated for child health and disability prevention services. If the amount appropriated in the Budget Act for the fiscal year as enacted into law differs from the amount in the budget submitted by the Governor for the fiscal year, each governing board shall submit an additional revised update in the form and at the time specified by the department. Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, no new community child health and disability prevention plan shall be submitted by a county until September 15, 1983. Each county plan and budget approved for the 1981–82 fiscal year shall be updated on or before September 15 by the governing body of each county for the 1982–83 and 1983–84 fiscal years pursuant to regulations adopted by the department. On or before September 15, 1983, the governing body of each county shall prepare and submit to the department a multiyear base plan and budget for the 1984–85 fiscal year that shall be annually updated on or before September 15 of each subsequent year pursuant to regulations adopted by the department. The department shall develop and implement the format and procedures for the preparation and submission of a multiyear base plan update in order for the counties to have sufficient time prior to September 15, 1983, to prepare and submit their multiyear base plan by September 15, 1983. For the purposes of simplifying and reducing plan requirements, the Legislature intends that the annual update shall not duplicate any of the material in the multiyear base plan, but serve as a progress report both evaluating what has been accomplished over the past year and describing in more detail what will be accomplished in relation to each of the elements in the base plan during the coming year. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  74. 124065.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Counties must be reimbursed for approved child health and disability prevention program costs, and reimbursement claims must follow the director’s procedures.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124065. Counties shall be reimbursed for the amount required by the county to carry out its community child health and disability prevention program in accordance with the approved community child health and disability prevention plan. Claims for state reimbursement shall be made in the manner as the director shall provide. Each claim for state reimbursement shall be payable from the appropriation made for the fiscal year when the expenses upon which the claim is based are incurred. There shall be no reimbursement for expenditures for the treatment of disabilities identified as a result of the program or for capital improvements or the purchase or construction of buildings, except for the equipment items and remodeling expenses as may be allowed by regulations adopted by the director. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  75. 124070.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Counties are entitled to reimbursement for program costs, and the director sets the claim process.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124070. Counties shall be reimbursed for the amount required by the county to carry out its community child health and disability prevention program in accordance with the approved community child health and disability prevention plan. Claims for state reimbursement shall be made in a manner as the director shall provide. Each claim for state reimbursement shall be payable from the appropriation made for the fiscal year in which the expenses upon which the claim is based are incurred. There shall be no reimbursement for expenditures for the treatment of disabilities identified as a result of the program, except for the costs of immunizations necessary to bring the child current in his or her immunization status as provided for by regulations of the department, or for capital improvements or the purchase or construction of buildings, except for the equipment items and remodeling expenses as may be allowed by regulations adopted by the director. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  76. 124075.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must set up reasonable reimbursement procedures, ask recipients about third-party reimbursement, and bill available payers, including Medi-Cal for eligible beneficiaries. The department and counties must also maximize federal funding and ensure federal funds supplement, not replace, General Fund money.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124075. (a) In order to ensure the maximum utilization of the California Medical Assistance Program and other potential reimbursement sources, the department shall develop a schedule and method of reimbursement at reasonable rates for services rendered pursuant to this article. The reimbursement schedule shall include provision for well child examinations as well as for administrative expenses incurred by providers pursuant to meeting this article. Inquiry shall be made of all recipients of services under this article as to their entitlement for third-party reimbursement for medical services. Where an entitlement exists it shall be billed. Notwithstanding subdivision (c) of Section 14000 of the Welfare and Institutions Code and Section 14005 of that code, the California Medical Assistance Program shall be billed for services rendered pursuant to this article for every Medi-Cal eligible beneficiary. (b) The department and counties shall maximize the use of federal funds for carrying out this article, including using state or county funds to match funds claimable under Title 19 of the Social Security Act. Services and administrative support costs claimable under federal law shall include, but not be limited to, outreach, health education, case management, resource development, and training at state and local levels. Any federal funds received shall augment and not replace funds appropriated from the General Fund for carrying out the purposes of this article. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  77. 124080.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may contract with a private entity to process claims for state reimbursement if the contract cost is no more than 85% of the in-state service cost and applicable Government Code provisions are followed.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124080. The department may contract with a private entity for the performance of processing claims for state reimbursement, so long as the cost of the contract is no more than 85 percent of the cost of the service if performed in state service and there is compliance with other applicable provisions of the Government Code including, but not limited to, Sections 19130 to 19132, inclusive. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  78. 124085.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Children covered by this article must give the school a department-approved health screening certificate within 90 days after starting first grade, or the school must accept a signed parental/guardian waiver instead.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124085. On and after July 1, 1976, each child eligible for services under this article shall, within 90 days after entrance into the first grade, provide a certificate approved by the department to the school where the child is to enroll documenting that within the prior 18 months the child has received the appropriate health screening and evaluation services specified in Section 124040. A waiver signed by the child’s parents or guardian indicating that they do not want or are unable to obtain the health screening and evaluation services for their children shall be accepted by the school in lieu of the certificate. If the waiver indicates that the parent or guardian was unable to obtain the services for the child, then the reasons why should be included in the waiver. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  79. 124090.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Eligible children and certain young adults must be allowed services from the child health and disabilities prevention program, and the department must adopt screening/referral regulations.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124090. Any child between birth and 90 days after entrance into the first grade and all persons under 21 years of age who are eligible for the California Medical Assistance Program shall be eligible for services from the child health and disabilities prevention program in the county where they are a resident. The department, with review and recommendation by the board, shall adopt regulations specifying age groups that shall be given certain types of screening tests and recommendations for referral. The first source of referral shall be the child’s usual source of health care. If referral is required and no regular source of health care can be identified, the facility or provider providing health screening and evaluation services shall provide a list of three qualified sources of care, without prejudice for or against any specific source. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  80. 124095.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A community child health and disability prevention program must give the child or parent/guardian the screening and evaluation results, explain what they mean, and refer the child for further diagnosis and treatment when needed.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124095. Each community child health and disability prevention program shall provide the child or his or her parent or guardian with a copy of the results of the health screening and evaluation, as well as an explanation of the meaning of the results, and shall, where the need indicates, refer the child for further diagnosis and treatment. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  81. 1241.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. )

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    Proceedings to suspend, revoke, or deny clinic licenses or special permits must follow the referenced Government Code procedures, and the state department has the powers given by those provisions.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## 1241. Proceedings for the suspension, revocation, or denial of licenses or special permits under this chapter shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, and the state department shall have all the powers granted by such provisions. In the event of conflict between the provisions of this chapter and such provisions of the Government Code, the provisions of the Government Code shall prevail. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147.)
  82. 124100.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    School districts and private schools with kindergarten students must give parents or guardians information about this article and Section 120475, and county programs must reimburse school districts for that information.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124100. (a) In cooperation with the county child health and disability prevention program, the governing body of every school district or private school that has children enrolled in kindergarten shall provide information to the parents or guardians of all children enrolled in kindergarten of this article and Section 120475. (b) Each county child health and disability prevention program shall reimburse school districts for information provided pursuant to this section. The Superintendent of Public Instruction may withhold state average daily attendance funds to any school district for any child for whom a certification or parental waiver is not obtained as required by Section 124085. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 895, Sec. 15. Effective January 1, 2005. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  83. 124105.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    School districts must exclude certain first-grade pupils for up to five days unless a required certificate or waiver is provided, with limited exemption power and parent-notice expectations.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124105. (a) This section shall be known and may be cited as the “Hughes Children’s Health Enforcement Act.” (b) The Legislature recognizes the importance of health to learning and to a successful academic career. The Legislature also recognizes the important role of schools in ensuring the health of pupils through health education and the maintenance of minimal health standards among the pupil population. Therefore, it is the intent of the Legislature that schools ensure that pupils receive a health screening before the end of the first grade. (c) The governing board of each school district shall exclude from school, for not more than five days, any first grade pupil who has not provided either a certificate or a waiver, as specified in Section 124085, on or before the 90th day after the pupil’s entrance into the first grade. The exclusion shall commence with the 91st calendar day after the pupil’s entrance into the first grade, unless school is not in session that day, then the exclusion shall commence on the next succeeding schoolday. A child shall not be excluded under this section if the pupil’s parent or guardian provides to the district either a certificate or a waiver as specified in Section 124085. (d) The governing board of a school district may exempt any pupil from the exclusion described in subdivision (c) if, at least twice between the first day and the 90th day after the pupil’s entrance into the first grade, the district has contacted the pupil’s parent or guardian and the parent or guardian refuses to provide either a certificate or a waiver as specified in Section 124085. The number of exemptions from exclusion granted by a school district pursuant to this subdivision may not exceed 5 percent of a school district’s first grade enrollment. It is the intent of the Legislature that exemptions from exclusion be used in extraordinary circumstances, including, but not limited to, family situations of great dysfunction or disruption, including substance abuse by parents or guardians, child abuse, or child neglect. (e) It is the intent of the Legislature that, upon a pupil’s enrollment in kindergarten or first grade, the governing board of the school district notify the pupil’s parent or guardian of the obligation to comply with Section 124085 and of the availability for low-income children of free health screening for up to 18 months prior to entry into first grade through the Child Health Disabilities Prevention Program. (f) It is the intent of the Legislature that school districts provide information to parents regarding the requirements of Section 124085 within the notification of immunization requirements. Moreover, the Legislature intends that the information sent to parents encourage parents to obtain health screenings simultaneously with immunizations. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 895, Sec. 16. Effective January 1, 2005. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  84. 124110.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Health screening and evaluation information for each child must be kept confidential and generally cannot be released without a parent or guardian’s informed consent.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124110. All information and results of the health screening and evaluation of each child shall be confidential and shall not be released without the informed consent of a parent or guardian of the child. The results of the health screening and evaluation shall not be released to any public or private agency, even with the consent of a parent or guardian, unless accompanied by a professional interpretation of what the results mean. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996. Conditionally inoperative on or after July 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 124110.5. Repealed January 1 following the inoperative date.)
  85. 124110.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This article becomes inoperative on July 1, 2024, or later if the department certifies a later date, and it is then repealed the following January 1.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Child Health And Disability Prevention Program [124024 - 124110.5] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124110.5. This article shall become inoperative on July 1, 2024, or on the date certified by the department pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 124024, whichever date is later, and shall be repealed on January 1 of the year following the inoperative date. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 47, Sec. 18. (SB 184) Effective June 30, 2022. Conditionally repealed as prescribed by its own provisions. Note: Repeal affects Article 6 commencing with Section 124024.)
  86. 124111.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.4. Newborn Eye Pathology Screening [124111 - 124112] ( Article 6.4 added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 325, Sec. 2. )

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    The Newborn Eye Pathology Screening Task Force is established to advise the State Department of Health Services on the newborn eye pathology screening protocol.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.4. Newborn Eye Pathology Screening [124111 - 124112] ( Article 6.4 added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 325, Sec. 2. ) ## 124111. (a) The Newborn Eye Pathology Screening Task Force is established and shall advise the State Department of Health Services on the newborn eye pathology screening protocol. (b) The task force shall be composed of the following 12 members: (1) The Director of Health Services as a nonvoting ex officio member. (2) The 11 voting members shall be appointed by the Director of Health Services as follows: (A) One ophthalmologist with a background in or knowledge of providing services to infants with retinoblastoma. (B) One pediatric ophthalmologist who sees general pediatric patients and is a designee of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. (C) One academic pediatrician with a background in or knowledge of infant eye pathology screening. (D) One parent representing families with a child with blindness or other ocular abnormalities affecting vision. (E) One representative from the California Academy of Family Physicians. (F) One representative recommended by the State Department of Health Services. (G) One representative from the American Academy of Pediatrics, California District. (H) One community pediatrician with a background in or experience with the routine instillation of dilating eye drops as part of red reflex screening. (I) One nurse with a background in or knowledge of the current department program for the instillation of eye drops to prevent conjunctivitis. (J) One retinal specialist with research experience in detecting the signs of treatable congenital eye disease. (K) One optometrist with a background in or experience with pupil dilation in infants and red reflex screening for intraocular pathology. (c) Task force members shall serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for necessary travel expenses incurred in the performance of the duties of the task force. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 325, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  87. 124112.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.4. Newborn Eye Pathology Screening [124111 - 124112] ( Article 6.4 added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 325, Sec. 2. )

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    The department must adopt, and if needed update, a protocol for newborn eye pathology screening; screening should not be done if a parent or guardian objects on religious grounds.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.4. Newborn Eye Pathology Screening [124111 - 124112] ( Article 6.4 added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 325, Sec. 2. ) ## 124112. (a) On or before June 30, 2002, the department shall adopt the protocol developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics to optimally detect the presence of treatable causes of blindness in infants by two months of age. If a protocol is not developed on or before June 30, 2002, the department, in consultation with representatives of the Newborn Eye Pathology Task Force, shall establish a protocol to optimally detect the presence of treatable causes of blindness in infants by two months of age on or before January 1, 2003. (b) If the American Academy of Pediatrics develops a protocol to optimally detect the presence of treatable causes of blindness by two months of age after the adoption of the protocol developed by the department, the department shall conform its protocol to the protocol adopted by the American Academy of Pediatrics. (c) Nothing in the section shall be construed to supersede the clinical judgment of the licensed health care provider. (d) Any screening examination recommended pursuant to subdivision (a) shall not be conducted on a newborn if a parent or guardian of the newborn objects to the examination on the grounds that the examination conflicts with the religious beliefs or practices of the parent or guardian. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 325, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  88. 124115.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    This section names the article as the Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking and Intervention Act and says it may be cited by that name.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124115. This article shall be known, and may be cited as, the Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking and Intervention Act. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  89. 124115.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    This provision states the Legislature’s findings and sets the purposes of the newborn and infant hearing screening program.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124115.5. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) Hearing loss occurs in newborns more frequently than any other health condition for which newborn screening is currently required. (2) Early detection of hearing loss, early intervention, and followup services before six months of age, have been demonstrated to be highly effective in facilitating the development of a child’s health and communication and cognitive skills. (3) The State of California supports the National Healthy People 2000 goals, which promote early identification of children with hearing loss. (4) Children of all ages can receive reliable and valid screening for hearing loss in a cost-effective manner. (5) Appropriate screening and identification of newborns and infants with hearing loss will facilitate early intervention during this critical time for development of communication, and may, therefore, serve the public purposes of promoting the healthy development of children and reducing public expenditure for health care and special education and related services. (b) The purposes of this article shall be to do all of the following: (1) Provide early detection of hearing loss in newborns, as soon after birth as possible, to enable children who fail a hearing screening and their families and other caregivers to obtain needed confirmatory tests or multidisciplinary evaluation, or both, and intervention services, at the earliest opportunity. (2) Prevent or mitigate delays of language and communication development that could lead to academic failures associated with late identification of hearing loss. (3) Provide the state with the information necessary to effectively plan, establish, and evaluate a comprehensive system of appropriate services for parents with newborns and infants who have a hearing loss. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  90. 124116.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    This section defines terms used in the newborn and infant hearing screening article, including “newborn,” “infant,” “hearing loss,” and “parent.”

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124116. As used in this article: (a) “Birth admission” means the time after birth that the newborn remains in the hospital nursery prior to discharge. (b) “CCS” means the California Children’s Services program administered through the State Department of Health Services. (c) “Department” means the State Department of Health Services. (d) “Followup services” means all of the following: (1) All services necessary to diagnose and confirm a hearing loss. (2) Ongoing audiological services to monitor hearing. (3) Communication services, including, but not limited to, aural rehabilitation, speech, language, social, and psychological services. (4) Necessary support of the infant and family. (e) “Hearing loss” means a hearing loss of 30 decibels or greater in the frequency region important for speech recognition and comprehension in one or both ears (from 500 through 4000 Hz). However, as technology allows for changes to this definition through the detection of less severe hearing loss, the department may modify this definition by regulation. (f) “Infant” means a child 29 days through 12 months old. (g) “Intervention services” means the early intervention services described in Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1475 et seq.). (h) “Newborn” means a child less than 29 days old. (i) “Newborn hearing screening services” means those hearing screening tests that are necessary to achieve the identification of all newborns and infants with a hearing loss. (j) “Parent” means a natural parent, adoptive parent, or legal guardian of a child. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  91. 124116.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    Certain general acute care hospitals must give newborn hearing screenings and, in some cases, arrange a certified outside provider.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124116.5. (a) (1) Every general acute care hospital with licensed perinatal services in this state shall administer to every newborn, upon birth admission, a hearing screening test for the identification of hearing loss, using protocols approved by the department or its designee. (2) In order to meet the department’s certification criteria, a general acute care hospital shall be responsible for developing a screening program that provides competent hearing screening, utilizes appropriate staff and equipment for administering the testing, completes the testing prior to the newborn’s discharge from a newborn nursery unit, refers infants with abnormal screening results, maintains and reports data as required by the department, and provides physician and family-parent education. (b) A hearing screening test provided for pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be performed by a licensed physician, licensed registered nurse, licensed audiologist, or an appropriately trained individual who is supervised in the performance of the test by a licensed health care professional. (c) Every general acute care hospital that has not been approved by the California Children’s Services (CCS) program and that has licensed perinatal services that provide care in fewer than 100 births annually shall, if it does not directly provide a hearing screening test, enter into an agreement with an outpatient infant hearing screening provider certified by the department to provide hearing screening tests. (d) This section shall not apply to any newborn whose parent or guardian objects to the test on the grounds that the test is in violation of his or her beliefs. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 335) by Stats. 2007, Ch. 130, Sec. 176. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  92. 124117.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    The department or its designee must approve hospitals to participate as newborn hearing screening providers, and approved facilities receive payment from the department for covered screening services.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124117. The department or its designee shall approve hospitals for participation as newborn hearing screening providers. These facilities shall then receive payment from the department for the newborn hearing screening services provided to newborns and infants eligible for the Medi-Cal or CCS programs in accordance with this article. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  93. 124118.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    The department or its designee must give certain hospitals written hearing-screening information and technical help for newborn and infant screening systems.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124118. The department or its designee shall provide every general acute care hospital that has licensed perinatal services, or neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), as specified in Section 123975, written information on the current and most effective means available to screen the hearing of newborns and infants, and shall provide technical assistance and consultation to these hospitals in developing a system of screening each newborn and infant receiving care at the facility. The information shall also include the mechanism for referral of newborns and infants with abnormal test results. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 335, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2007. Operative January 1, 2008, by Sec. 5 of Ch. 335.)
  94. 124118.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    The department must establish early hearing detection and intervention centers, and those centers must help hospitals with hearing screening programs and follow-up.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124118.5. (a) The department shall establish a system of early hearing detection and intervention centers that shall provide technical assistance and consultation to hospitals in the startup and ongoing implementation of a facility hearing screening program and followup system. (b) The early hearing detection and intervention centers shall be chosen by the department according to standards and criteria developed by the California Children’s Services (CCS) program. Each center shall be responsible for a separate geographic catchment area as determined by the program. (c) Each center shall be required to develop a system that shall provide outreach and education to hospitals in its catchment area, approve hospitals on behalf of the department for participation as newborn hearing screening providers, maintain a database of all newborns and infants screened in the catchment area, ensure appropriate followup for newborns and infants with an abnormal hearing screening, including diagnostic evaluation and referral to intervention services programs if the newborn or infant is found to have a hearing loss, and provide coordination with the CCS and local early intervention programs as defined in Title 14 (commencing with Section 95000) of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 335, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2007. Operative January 1, 2008, by Sec. 5 of Ch. 335.)
  95. 124119.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    The department must create and run a reporting and tracking system for newborns and infants tested for hearing loss, and certain hospitals and providers must report specified information to it.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124119. (a) The department shall develop and implement a reporting and tracking system for newborns and infants tested for hearing loss. (b) The system shall provide the department with information and data to effectively plan, establish, monitor, and evaluate the Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking and Intervention Program, including the screening and followup components, as well as the comprehensive system of services for newborns and infants who are deaf or hard-of-hearing and their families. (c) Every general acute care hospital with licensed perinatal services, or NICU in this state shall report to the department or the department’s designee information as specified by the department to be included in the department’s reporting and tracking system. (d) All providers of audiological followup and diagnostic services provided under this article shall report to the department or the department’s designee information as specified by the department to be included in the department’s reporting and tracking system. (e) The information compiled and maintained in the tracking system shall be kept confidential in accordance with Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 10850) of Part 1 of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, the Information Practices Act of 1977 (Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1798) of Title 1.8 of Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code), and the applicable requirements and provisions of Part C of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1475 et seq.). (f) Data collected by the tracking system obtained directly from the medical records of the newborn or infant shall be for the confidential use of the department and for the persons or public or private entities that the department determines are necessary to carry out the intent of the reporting and tracking system. (g) A health facility, clinical laboratory, audiologist, physician, registered nurse, or any other officer or employee of a health facility or laboratory or employee of an audiologist or physician, shall not be criminally or civilly liable for furnishing information to the department or its designee pursuant to the requirements of this section. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 335, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2007. Operative January 1, 2008, by Sec. 5 of Ch. 335.)
  96. 124119.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    Parents of newborns and infants diagnosed with hearing loss must receive written information about available community resources and services.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124119.5. Parents of all newborns and infants diagnosed with a hearing loss shall be provided written information on the availability of community resources and services for children with hearing loss, including those provided in accordance with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. Sec. 1400 et seq.), through the reporting and tracking system followup procedures. Information shall include listings of local and statewide nonprofit deaf and hard-of-hearing consumer-based organizations, parent support organizations affiliated with deafness, and programs offered through the State Department of Social Services, Office of Deaf Access, State Department of Developmental Services, and the State Department of Education. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  97. 124120.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    The department may run a community outreach and awareness campaign about newborn hearing screening, and the campaign must be conducted by an independent contractor.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124120. The department may conduct a community outreach and awareness campaign to inform medical providers, pregnant women, and the families of newborns and infants on the availability of the newborn hearing screening program and the value of early hearing testing. The outreach and awareness campaign shall be conducted by an independent contractor. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1161, Sec. 14. Effective September 30, 2002.)
  98. 124120.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. )

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    A newborn hearing screening test must not be performed unless the parent gives written consent.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.5. Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening, Tracking, and Intervention Program [124115 - 124120.5] ( Article 6.5 added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. ) ## 124120.5. A newborn hearing screening test shall not be performed without the written consent of the parent. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 23. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  99. 124121.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.6. Newborn Critical Congenital Heart Disease Screening Program [124121 - 124122] ( Article 6.6 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 336, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines “CCHD” as critical congenital heart disease for this article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.6. Newborn Critical Congenital Heart Disease Screening Program [124121 - 124122] ( Article 6.6 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 336, Sec. 2. ) ## 124121. For purposes of this article, “CCHD” means critical congenital heart disease. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 336, Sec. 2. (AB 1731) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  100. 124122.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.6. Newborn Critical Congenital Heart Disease Screening Program [124121 - 124122] ( Article 6.6 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 336, Sec. 2. )

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    Certain hospitals must offer newborns a pulse oximetry test before discharge, and the health department must issue related guidance.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 6.6. Newborn Critical Congenital Heart Disease Screening Program [124121 - 124122] ( Article 6.6 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 336, Sec. 2. ) ## 124122. (a) (1) Beginning July 1, 2013, a general acute care hospital that has a licensed perinatal service shall offer to parents of a newborn, prior to discharge, a pulse oximetry test for the identification of CCHD. (2) The State Department of Health Care Services shall issue guidance stating that hospitals perform this test in a manner consistent with the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for CCHD screening. (3) A hospital described in paragraph (1) shall be responsible for developing a screening program that provides competent CCHD screening, utilizes appropriate staff and equipment for administering the testing, completes the testing prior to the newborn’s discharge from a newborn nursery unit, refers infants with abnormal screening results for appropriate care, maintains and reports data as required by the department, and provides physician and family-parent education. (b) A pulse oximetry test provided for pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be performed by a licensed physician, licensed registered nurse, or an appropriately trained individual who is supervised in the performance of the test by a licensed health care professional. (c) This section shall not apply to a newborn whose parent or guardian objects to the test on the grounds that the test is in violation of his or her beliefs. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 336, Sec. 2. (AB 1731) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  101. 124125.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must run and support a childhood lead poisoning prevention program, including data collection, targeting affected areas, program design, coordination with Health Care Services, and annual web posting.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124125. (a) The Legislature hereby finds and declares that childhood lead exposure represents the most significant childhood environmental health problem in the state today; that too little is known about the prevalence, long-term health care costs, severity, and location of these problems in California; that it is well known that the environment is widely contaminated with lead; that excessive lead exposure causes acute and chronic damage to a child’s renal system, red blood cells, and developing brain and nervous system; that at least one in every 25 children in the nation has an elevated blood lead level; and that the cost to society of neglecting this problem may be enormous. (b) The Legislature further finds and declares that knowledge about where and to what extent harmful childhood lead exposures are occurring in the state could lead to the prevention of these exposures, and to the betterment of the health of California’s future citizens. Therefore, the enactment of this article establishes a state Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. The department shall accomplish all of the following: (1) Compile information concerning the prevalence, causes, and geographic occurrence of high childhood blood lead levels. (2) Identify and target areas of the state where childhood lead exposures are especially significant. (3) Analyze information collected pursuant to this article and, where indicated, design and implement a program of medical followup and environmental abatement and followup that will reduce the incidence of excessive childhood lead exposures in California. (4) Work, as necessary, with the State Department of Health Care Services to advance lead testing of children enrolled in Medi-Cal. (c) (1) By March 1, 2019, and by March 1 of each year thereafter, the department shall prepare and prominently post on its Internet Web site information that evaluates the department’s progress in meeting the goals of this section. The information shall also include all of the following: (A) An annually updated analysis of the data and information identified and compiled relative to paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (b). (B) To the greatest extent possible, a list of the census tracts in which children test positive at a rate higher than the national average for blood lead in exceedance of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s reference level for elevated blood lead based on the data and information received during the previous calendar year. (C) The report developed pursuant to Section 105295. (2) All uses and disclosures of data made pursuant to this section shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws for the protection of the privacy and security of data, including, but not limited to, the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (Part 2.6 (commencing with Section 56) of Division 1 of the Civil Code), the Information Practices Act of 1977 (Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1798) of Title 1.8 of Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code), Title 1.81 (commencing with Section 1798.80) of Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code, the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (Public Law 104-191), and the federal Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Title XIII of the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-5), and implementing regulations. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 690, Sec. 5. (SB 1041) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  102. 124130.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Laboratories that perform blood lead analyses on human blood drawn in California must report required information to the department, usually by electronic transfer, and must follow the section’s deadlines and confidentiality rules.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124130. (a) A laboratory that performs a blood lead analysis on a specimen of human blood drawn in California shall report the information specified in this section to the department for each analysis on every person tested. (b) (1) The analyzing laboratory shall report all of the following: (A) The test results in micrograms of lead per deciliter. (B) The name of the person tested. (C) The person’s birth date. (D) The person’s address, including the ZIP Code, and telephone number. (E) The name, address, telephone number, and National Provider Identifier (NPI) of the health care provider that ordered the analysis. (F) The name, address, telephone number, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) number, and NPI of the analyzing laboratory. (G) The accession number of the specimen. (H) The date the analysis was performed. (I) The person’s Medi-Cal client identification number (CIN) or, for other health plans, the name of the health plan and the medical plan identification number. (J) The person’s sex. (K) The person’s race and ethnicity. (L) The person’s pregnancy status. (M) The name, address, and telephone number of the person’s employer, if any. (N) The date the specimen was drawn. (O) The source of the specimen, specified as venous, capillary, arterial, cord blood, or other. (P) The name, address, telephone number, and CLIA number of the referring laboratory, if any. (Q) The testing methodology used for blood lead analysis specified as point of care, inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, graphite furnace atomic spectroscopy, or other. (2) The changes made to this subdivision by the act adding this paragraph shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (c) The analyzing laboratory may report to the department other information that directly relates to the blood lead analysis or to the identity, location, health care management, or environmental management of the person tested. (d) If the result of the blood lead analysis is a blood lead level equal to or greater than the most recent federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reference level for an elevated blood lead level (BLL), the report required by this section shall be submitted within three working days of the analysis. If the result is less than the CDC reference level for an elevated BLL, the report required by this section shall be submitted within 30 calendar days of the analysis. Timing of reporting shall be based on rounding of results to the nearest whole number. (e) A report required by this section shall be submitted by electronic transfer. (f) All information reported pursuant to this section shall be confidential, as provided in Section 100330, except that the department may share the information as follows: (1) To the individual to whom the information pertains. (2) With the prior written voluntary consent of the individual to whom the information pertains or the person authorized to give consent on behalf of the individual, such as a child’s parent or guardian. (3) When required by state or federal law. (4) When compelled by an order of the court or an administrative hearing officer, if a protective order that prohibits any further disclosure is secured prior to disclosure. (5) For the purpose of surveillance, case management, coordination of care, investigation, environmental assessment, environmental remediation, or abatement with the local health department, environmental health agency authorized pursuant to Section 101275, building department, health care providers treating patients with elevated blood levels or receiving case management services, or a federal, state, or local governmental agency. (6) For research, as defined in Part 46 of Title 45 of the Code of Federal Regulations, as may be amended, if the request for information is approved by the Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects (CPHS) for the California Health and Human Services Agency, the requesting entity provides documentation to the department that demonstrates, to the department’s satisfaction, that the entity has established the procedures and ability to maintain the confidentiality of the information, and the requesting entity has agreed, in writing, to maintain the confidentiality of the information. (7) With the State Department of Health Care Services for the purpose of determining whether children enrolled in Medi-Cal are being screened for lead poisoning and receiving appropriate related services. (g) (1) The State Department of Health Care Services and health care providers may further disclose the information reported pursuant to this section to a managed health care plan in which a beneficiary who is the subject of the information is enrolled, who may further disclose this information to the beneficiary’s health care provider to proactively offer and coordinate care and treatment services and administer payment programs. (2) The local health department, environmental health agency, building department, researcher, or federal, state, or local governmental entity shall not further disclose the information and shall otherwise maintain the confidentiality of the information in the manner provided in Section 100330. (3) Notwithstanding any other law, a disclosure authorized pursuant to this section, except to the State Department of Health Care Services and to health care providers, shall include only the information necessary for the stated purpose of the requested disclosure, be used only for the approved purpose, and not be further disclosed. (4) The State Department of Health Care Services and health care providers shall use, disclose, and maintain the confidentiality of information shared with it pursuant to this subdivision in accordance with the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, as may be amended, and pursuant to regulations promulgated thereto, and other laws applicable to information in possession of the State Department of Health Care Services and health care providers. (h) The director may assess a fine up to five hundred dollars ($500) against a laboratory that knowingly fails to meet the reporting requirements of this section. (i) A laboratory shall not be fined or otherwise penalized for failure to provide the patient information required by this section if the result of the blood lead analysis is a blood lead level less than the most recent CDC reference level for an elevated BLL and if all of the following circumstances exist: (1) The test sample was sent to the laboratory by another health care provider. (2) The laboratory requested the information from the health care provider who obtained the sample. (3) The health care provider who obtained the sample and sent it to the laboratory failed to provide the patient’s information. (j) A laboratory shall request from the health care provider who obtained the blood sample or ordered the test all information required by this section, as applicable. If the health care provider cannot, or will not, provide the requested information, the laboratory is not required to report the information. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 528, Sec. 1. (AB 2326) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  103. 124150.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section states legislative findings about childhood lead exposure in California.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124150. The Legislature hereby finds and declares that the activities conducted by the department pursuant to Section 124130 have confirmed and supported the findings specified in Section 124125 and, in addition, have resulted in the following findings: (a) Very few children are currently tested for elevated blood lead levels in California. The lead registry established pursuant to Section 124130 has been effective at identifying incidents of occupational lead poisoning; however, because childhood lead screening is not now required in California, the registry is unable to serve as the exclusive mechanism to identify children with elevated blood lead levels. Additional blood lead screening needs to be done to identify children at high risk of lead poisoning. (b) Based on emerging information about the severe deleterious effects of low levels of lead on children’s health, the lead danger level is expected to continue to be lowered. (c) Lead poisoning poses a serious health threat for significant numbers of California children. Based on lead registry reports and targeted screening results, the department has estimated that tens of thousands of California children may be suffering from blood lead levels greater than the danger level. (d) The implications of lead exposure to children and pregnant women from lead brought home on the clothing of workers are unknown, but may be significant. (e) Levels of lead found in soil and paint around and on housing constitute a health hazard to children living in the housing. No regulations currently exist to limit allowable levels of lead in paint surfaces in California housing. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 507, Sec. 8. (AB 1316) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  104. 124151.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must use an electronic database to support blood lead test reporting, management of lead-exposed children, and assessment of lead exposure sources.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124151. The department shall use an electronic database consistent with the goals outlined in Section 124125 to support electronic laboratory reporting of blood lead tests reported pursuant to Section 124130, management of lead-exposed children, and assessment of sources of lead exposures. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 507, Sec. 9. (AB 1316) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  105. 124155.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must create and run a lead-exposure screening program for children age seven or younger in migrant labor camps where lead-based paint has been identified.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124155. (a) The department shall design and implement a screening program for lead exposure of children not older than seven years old in migrant labor camps where lead-based paint has been identified pursuant to Section 50710.5. (b) The department may implement the screening program through the local health departments utilizing the department’s protocols. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department may contract with a nonprofit organization to assist in administration of the program. The contract shall not be subject to competitive bidding requirements. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  106. 124160.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must run and support California’s Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, including screening, follow-up, education, regulations, and a study on soil lead abatement.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124160. The department shall continue to direct the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program to implement a program to identify and conduct medical followup of high-risk children, and to establish procedures for environmental abatement and followup designed to reduce the incidence of excessive childhood lead exposures in California. In implementing this program, the department shall utilize its own studies, as well as relevant information from the scientific literature and childhood lead poisoning programs from outside California. The particular activities specified in this section shall be initiated by January 1, 1990, and completed on or before January 1, 1993. The program shall include at least all of the following components: (a) Lead screening. The department shall: (1) Design and implement at least one pilot blood lead screening project targeting children at high risk of elevated blood lead levels. In designing any pilot projects, the department shall give special consideration to conducting screening through the Child Health Disability and Prevention Program. (2) Conduct a pilot screening project to evaluate blood lead levels among children of workers exposed to lead in their occupations. (3) Develop and issue health advisories urging health care providers to conduct routine annual screening of high-risk children between the ages of one and five years of age. (4) Develop a program to assist local health departments in identifying and following up cases of elevated blood lead levels. (5) Develop and conduct programs to educate health care providers regarding the magnitude and severity of, and the necessary responses to, the childhood lead poisoning problem in California. (b) The department, in consultation with the Department of Housing and Community Development, shall adopt regulations governing the abatement of lead paint in and on housing, including, but not limited to, standards for enforcement, testing, abatement, and disposal. (c) The department shall conduct a study to evaluate whether abatement of lead in soil is effective at reducing blood lead levels in children. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 193, Sec. 128. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  107. 124165.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must keep taking steps, through the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, to reduce excessive childhood lead exposure in California.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act [124125 - 124165] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124165. After January 1, 1993, the department, through the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, shall continue to take steps that it determines are necessary to reduce the incidence of excessive childhood lead exposure in California. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  108. 124170.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Female Genital Mutilation Prevention [124170- 124170.] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 790, Sec. 3. )

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    The State Department of Health Services must run education, prevention, and outreach activities about female genital mutilation, after consulting the State Department of Social Services and the appropriate federal agency or department.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Female Genital Mutilation Prevention [124170- 124170.] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 790, Sec. 3. ) ## 124170. The State Department of Health Services, in consultation with the State Department of Social Services and the appropriate federal agency or department, shall establish and implement appropriate education, preventative, and outreach activities, focusing on the new immigrant populations that traditionally practice female genital mutilation, for the purpose of informing members of those communities of the health risks and emotional trauma inflicted by this practice and informing those communities and the medical community of the prohibition and ramifications of Section 273.4 of the Penal Code. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 790, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  109. 124172.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Mercury-containing Vaccines [124172- 124172.] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 837, Sec. 1. )

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    People who are knowingly pregnant or under age three generally must not receive mercury-containing vaccines or mercury-containing products above the stated mercury limits, unless an exemption applies.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Mercury-containing Vaccines [124172- 124172.] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 837, Sec. 1. ) ## 124172. (a) Except for an influenza vaccine described in subdivision (b), on and after July 1, 2006, a person who is knowingly pregnant or who is under three years of age shall not be vaccinated with a mercury-containing vaccine or injected with a mercury-containing product that contains more than 0.5 micrograms of mercury per 0.5 milliliter dose. (b) On and after July 1, 2006, a person who is knowingly pregnant or who is under three years of age shall not be vaccinated with a mercury-containing influenza vaccine that contains more than 1.0 microgram of mercury per 0.5 milliliter dose. (c) The Secretary of the Health and Human Services Agency may exempt the use of a vaccine from this section if the secretary finds, and the Governor concurs, that an actual or potential bioterrorist incident or other actual or potential public health emergency, including an epidemic or shortage of supply of a vaccine that would prevent children under three years of age and knowingly pregnant women from receiving the needed vaccine, makes necessary the administration of a vaccine containing more mercury than the maximum level set forth in subdivision (a), or subdivision (b) in the case of influenza vaccine. The exemption shall meet all of the following conditions: (1) It shall not be issued for more than 12 months. (2) At the end of the effective period of the exemption, the secretary may issue another exemption for up to 12 months for the same incident or public health emergency, if the secretary makes a determination that the exemption is necessary as set forth in this subdivision, the Governor concurs with the exemption, and the secretary notifies the Legislature and interested parties pursuant to paragraphs (3), (4), and (5). (3) Upon issuing an exemption, the secretary and the Governor shall, within 48 hours, notify the Legislature about the exemption and about the secretary’s findings justifying the exemption’s approval. (4) Upon request for an exemption, the secretary shall notify interested parties, who have expressed their interest to the secretary in writing, that an exemption request has been made. (5) Upon issuing an exemption, the secretary shall, within seven days, notify interested parties, who have expressed their interest to the secretary in writing, about the exemption and about the secretary’s findings justifying the exemption’s approval. (Added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 837, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  110. 124174.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines key terms for the Public School Health Center Support Program and says a school health center may provide assessments, referrals, and serve multiple nonadjacent schools or agencies.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. ) ## 124174. The following definitions shall govern the construction of this article, unless the context requires otherwise: (a) “Program” means a Public School Health Center Support Program. (b) “School health center” means a center or program, located at or near a local educational agency, that provides age-appropriate health care services at the program site or through referrals. A school health center may conduct routine physical, mental health, and oral health assessments, and provide referrals for any services not offered onsite. A school health center may serve two or more nonadjacent schools or local educational agencies. (c) For purposes of this section, “local educational agency” means a school, school district, charter school, or county office of education if the county office of education serves students in kindergarten, or any grades from 1 to 12, inclusive. (d) “Department” means the State Department of Public Health. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 381, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  111. 124174.2.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. )

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    The department must create a Public School Health Center Support Program and work with the State Department of Education on it.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. ) ## 124174.2. (a) The department, in cooperation with the State Department of Education, shall establish a Public School Health Center Support Program. (b) The program, in collaboration with the State Department of Education, shall perform the following program functions: (1) Provide technical assistance to school health centers on effective outreach and enrollment strategies to identify children who are eligible for, but not enrolled in, the Medi-Cal program, the Healthy Families Program, or any other applicable program. (2) Serve as a liaison between organizations within the department, including, but not limited to, prevention services, primary care, and family health. (3) Serve as a liaison between other state entities, as appropriate, including, but not limited to, the State Department of Health Care Services, the Department of Managed Health Care, the Office of Emergency Services, and the Managed Risk Medical Insurance Board. (4) Provide technical assistance to facilitate and encourage the establishment, retention, or expansion of, school health centers. For purposes of this paragraph, technical assistance may include, but is not limited to, identifying available public and private sources of funding, which may include federal Medicaid funds, funds from third-party reimbursements, and available federal or foundation grant moneys. (c) The department shall consult with interested parties and appropriate stakeholders, including the California School Health Centers Association and representatives of youth and parents, in carrying out its responsibilities under this article. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 22, Sec. 71. (AB 75) Effective June 27, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 110 of Ch. 22.)
  112. 124174.3.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. )

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    The department must set up standardized data collection procedures and collect specified data from school health centers. The data must be submitted in a department-defined format, with confidentiality and protected health information requirements, and the section applies only if funds are appropriated.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. ) ## 124174.3. (a) The department shall establish standardized data collection procedures and collect data specified in subdivisions (c) and (d) from school health centers on an ongoing basis. (b) The data collected pursuant to this section shall be submitted in a format determined by the department in accordance with applicable state and federal requirements for confidentiality and protected health information. (c) Data collected pursuant to this section shall include the following: (1) The name of the primary contact person, telephone numbers, including facsimile physical address, and the e-mail address, if applicable, for each school health center. (2) The annual number of schoolage children receiving health services or mental health services from the school health center. (3) The type and volume of services provided by the school health centers. (4) The funding mechanisms used by the school health centers. (5) Information on other programs offered by school health centers with an emphasis on preventative health services that address health issues unique to schoolage children, including, but not limited to, childhood obesity, asthma, immunizations against communicable diseases, and child and adolescent mental health disorders. (d) To the extent feasible, the department shall collect data on health services provided at a local educational agency outside a school health center. (e) This section shall be implemented only to the extent funds are appropriated for this purpose in the Budget Act or pursuant to the enactment of legislation subsequent to the addition of this section. (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  113. 124174.4.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. )

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    The State Department of Education, working with the department, must coordinate programs and provide technical assistance to support school health centers in public schools.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. ) ## 124174.4. The State Department of Education, in collaboration with the department, shall perform the following functions: (a) Coordination of programs within the State Department of Education that support school health centers and programs within the State Department of Health Care Services, where appropriate. (b) The provision of technical assistance to facilitate and encourage the establishment, retention, and expansion of school health centers in public schools. For purposes of this subdivision, “technical assistance” may include the provision of information to local educational agencies and other entities regarding the utilization of facilities, liability insurance, cooperative agreements with community-based providers, and other issues pertinent to school health centers. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 22, Sec. 72. (AB 75) Effective June 27, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 110 of Ch. 22.)
  114. 124174.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. )

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    The program must act as a liaison for school-based health centers, working with the State Department of Education.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. ) ## 124174.5. The program, in collaboration with the State Department of Education, shall act as a liaison for school-based health centers. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 728, Sec. 110. (SB 71) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  115. 124174.6.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. )

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    The department must set up a grant program for school health centers, and funded centers must meet listed service and coordination requirements.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Child Health [123650 - 124174.6] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Public School Health Center Support Program [124174 - 124174.6] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 334, Sec. 1. ) ## 124174.6. The department shall establish a grant program within the Public School Health Center Support Program to provide technical assistance, and funding for the expansion, renovation, and retrofitting of existing school health centers, and the development of new school health centers, in accordance with the following procedures and requirements: (a) A school health center receiving grant funds pursuant to this section shall meet or have a plan to meet the following requirements: (1) Strive to provide a comprehensive set of services including medical, oral health, mental health, health education, and related services in response to community needs. (2) Provide primary and other health care services, provided or supervised by a licensed professional, which may include all of the following: (A) Physical examinations, immunizations, and other preventive medical services. (B) Diagnosis and treatment of minor injuries and acute medical conditions. (C) Management of chronic medical conditions. (D) Basic laboratory tests. (E) Referrals to and followup for specialty care. (F) Reproductive health services. (G) Nutrition services. (H) Mental health services provided or supervised by an appropriately licensed mental health professional may include: assessments, crisis intervention, counseling, treatment, and referral to a continuum of services including emergency psychiatric care, community support programs, inpatient care, and outpatient programs. School health centers providing mental health services as specified in this section shall consult with the local county mental health department for collaboration in planning and service delivery. (I) Oral health services that may include preventive services, basic restorative services, and referral to specialty services. (3) Work in partnership with the school nurse, if one is employed by the school or school district, to provide individual and family health education; school or districtwide health promotion; first aid and administration of medications; facilitation of student enrollment in health insurance programs; screening of students to identify the need for physical, mental health, and oral health services; referral and linkage to services not offered onsite; public health and disease surveillance; and emergency response procedures. A school health center may receive grant funding pursuant to this section if the school or school district does not employ a school nurse. However, it is not the intent of the Legislature that a school health center serve as a substitute for a school nurse employed by a local school or school district. (4) Have a written contract or memorandum of understanding between the school district and the health care provider or any other community providers that ensures coordination of services, ensures confidentiality and privacy of health information consistent with applicable federal and state laws, and integration of services into the school environment. (5) Serve all registered students in the school regardless of ability to pay. (6) Be open during all normal school hours, or on a more limited basis if resources are not available, or on a more expansive basis if dictated by community needs and resources are available. (7) Establish protocols for referring students to outside services when the school health center is closed. (8) Facilitate transportation between the school and the health center if the health center is not located on school or school district property. (b) Planning grants shall be available in amounts between twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) and fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) for a 6- to 12-month period to be used for the costs associated with assessing the need for a school health center in a particular community or area, and developing the partnerships necessary for the operation of a school health center in that community or area. Applicants for planning grants shall be required to have a letter of interest from a school or district if the applicant is not a local education agency. Grantees provided funding pursuant to this subdivision shall be required to do all of the following: (1) Seek input from students, parents, school nurses, school staff and administration, local health providers, and if applicable, special population groups, on community health needs, barriers to health care and the need for a school health center. (2) Collect data on the school and community to estimate the percentage of students that lack health insurance and the percentage that are eligible for Medi-Cal benefits, or other public programs providing free or low-cost health services. (3) Assess capacity and interest among health care providers in the community to provide services in a school health center. (4) Assess the need for specific cultural or linguistic services or both. (c) Facilities and startup grants shall be available in amounts between twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) and two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000) per year for a three-year period for the purpose of establishing a school health center, with the potential addition of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) in the first year for facilities construction, purchase, or renovation. Grant funds may be used to cover a portion or all of the costs associated with designing, retrofitting, renovating, constructing, or buying a facility, for medical equipment and supplies for a school health center, or for personnel costs at a school health center. Preference will be given to proposals that include a plan for cost sharing among schools, health providers, and community organizations for facilities construction and renovation costs. Applicants for facilities and startup grants offered pursuant to this subdivision shall be required to meet the following criteria: (1) Have completed a community assessment determining the need for a school health center. (2) Have a contract or memorandum of understanding between the school district and the health care provider, if other than the district, and any other provider agencies describing the relationship between the district and the school health center. (3) Have a mechanism, described in writing, to coordinate services to individual students among school and school health center staff while maintaining confidentiality and privacy of health information consistent with applicable state and federal laws. (4) Have a written description of how the school health center will participate in the following: (A) School and districtwide health promotion, coordinated school health, health education in the classroom or on campus, program/activities that address nutrition, fitness, or other important public health issues, or promotion of policies that create a healthy school environment. (B) Outreach and enrollment of students in health insurance programs. (C) Public health prevention, surveillance, and emergency response for the school population. (5) Have the ability to provide the linguistic or cultural services needed by the community. If the school health center is not yet able to provide these services due to resource limitations, the school health center shall engage in an ongoing assessment of its capacity to provide these services. (6) Have a plan for maximizing available third-party reimbursement revenue streams. (d) Sustainability grants shall be available in amounts between twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) and one hundred twenty-five thousand dollars ($125,000) per year for a three-year period for the purpose of operating a school health center, or enhancing programming at a fully operational school health center, including oral health or mental health services. Applicants for sustainability grants offered pursuant to this subdivision shall be required to meet all of the criteria described in subdivision (c), in addition to both of the following criteria: (1) The applicant shall be eligible to become or already be an approved Medi-Cal provider. (2) The applicant shall have ability and procedures in place for billing public insurance programs and managed care providers. (3) The applicant shall seek reimbursement and have procedures in place for billing public and private insurance that covers students at the school health center. (e) The department shall award technical assistance grants through a competitive bidding process to qualified contractors to support grantees receiving grants under subdivisions (b), (c), and (d). A qualified contractor means a vendor with demonstrated capacity in all aspects of planning, facilities development, startup, and operation of a school health center. (f) The department shall also develop a request for proposal (RFP) process for collecting information on applicants, and determining which proposals shall receive grant funding. The department shall give preference for grant funding to the following schools: (1) Schools in areas designated as federally medically underserved areas or in areas with medically underserved populations. (2) Schools with a high percentage of low-income and uninsured children and youth. (3) Schools with large numbers of limited English proficient (LEP) students. (4) Schools in areas with a shortage of health professionals. (5) Low-performing schools with Academic Performance Index (API) rankings in the deciles of three and below of the state. (g) Moneys shall be allocated to the department annually for evaluation to be conducted by an outside evaluator that is selected through a competitive bidding process. The evaluation shall document the number of grantees that establish and sustain school health centers, and describe the challenges and lessons learned in creating successful school health centers. The evaluator shall use data collected pursuant to Section 124174.3, if it is available, and work in collaboration with the Public School Health Center Support Program. The department shall post the evaluation on its Internet Web site. (h) This section shall be implemented only to the extent that funds are appropriated to the department in the annual Budget Act or other statute for implementation of this article. (Added by Stats. 2008, Ch. 381, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  116. 124175.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section contains legislative findings about adolescent pregnancy and the benefits of the Adolescent Family Life Demonstration Program.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124175. The Legislature hereby finds and declares that: (a) Adolescent pregnancy and parenthood is a problem with significant social, medical, educational, and economic consequences to the teen parent and child, her family, and the State of California. (b) In an attempt to address the problems of pregnant and parenting adolescents, the Governor, in 1985, created the Adolescent Family Life Demonstration Program, that was designed to bring pregnant and parenting teenagers into programs that provide services of demonstrated cost benefit and effectiveness by organizing networks of local agencies focused on providing services to adolescents and ensuring the most timely and effective utilization of services. (c) Independent evaluations indicate that the program has been successful and effective in achieving its intended goals of providing pregnant adolescents with prenatal care, reducing the incidence of low birthweight babies born to adolescent mothers, keeping or reenrolling pregnant and parenting adolescents in school, and reducing the rate of repeat teen pregnancies. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  117. 124180.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may run the Adolescent Family Life Program, and grant funds cannot be used for certain services or abortion-related activities except in the limited circumstances stated.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124180. (a) The department may conduct the Adolescent Family Life Program to assure that pregnant adolescents receive comprehensive continuous prenatal care in order to deliver healthy babies; to establish networks within regions to provide to pregnant and parenting teens and their children necessary services including medical care, psychological and nutritional counseling, maternity counseling, adoption counseling, academic and vocational programs, and day care; to provide a continuous case manager to each family unit; and to maintain a data base to measure outcomes of adolescent pregnancies. Specific procedures to operate this program will be defined and carried out through standards and guidelines established by the department. (b) No grant funds may be used for essential services to pregnant adolescents or schoolage parents unless the services are not available in the county or are insufficient to meet the basic needs of the population to be served; in that case, funds may be used for essential services only as set forth in the approved grant application. No grant funds may be expended for abortions, abortion referrals, or abortion counseling. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  118. 124185.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must award four contract augmentations, adopt guidelines, publicize availability, encourage small-caseload programs to apply jointly, and ensure the awards are geographically spread across California.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124185. (a) The department, through its program of maternal and child health, shall award contract augmentations to four Adolescent Family Life Programs that meet the requirements of this section and develop plans for a comprehensive coordinated substance abuse prevention, intervention, and counseling program, designed specifically to meet the developmental, social, and educational needs of high-risk pregnant or parenting adolescents. The program shall, to the extent practicable, feasible, and appropriate, leverage existing programs and funding rather than creating new, duplicative programs and services. (b) The department shall adopt guidelines and criteria setting forth the terms and conditions upon which the department will offer contract augmentations pursuant to this section. The department also shall disseminate information designed to publicize the availability of contract augmentations for a comprehensive coordinated substance abuse prevention, intervention, and counseling program to high-risk pregnant or parenting adolescents. (c) The department shall encourage Adolescent Family Life Programs with small caseloads to develop plans and submit applications that reflect sharing of services among two or more programs. (d) At least one program that is awarded a contract augmentation shall be located in northern California, at least one program shall be located in central California, and at least one program shall be located in southern California. (e) This section shall become operative on July 1, 1994. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  119. 124190.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A coordinated substance abuse prevention, intervention, and counseling program must include several listed program features, such as interagency cooperation, use of existing facilities, clear goals, cultural and linguistic appropriateness, and staff training.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124190. A comprehensive coordinated substance abuse prevention, intervention, and counseling program, as used in Section 124185, shall include, but not be limited to, programs that: (a) Have demonstrated a capacity for developing interagency cooperative approaches to reduce the incidence of high-risk pregnant or parenting adolescents. This shall include documentation of program development and plans for coordination and collaboration with existing perinatal substance abuse programs in the county, including state pilot projects on perinatal substance abuse established under the direction of the Local Perinatal Substance Abuse Coordinating Council. (b) Employ maximum utilization of existing available programs and facilities. (c) Have developed goals and objectives for reducing the incidence of high-risk pregnant and parenting adolescents. (d) Are culturally and linguistically appropriate to the population being served. (e) Include staff development training by substance abuse counselors. (f) This section shall become operative on July 1, 1994. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  120. 124195.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must require all programs funded under this article to prepare reports.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124195. The department shall require reports to be prepared by all programs funded pursuant to this article. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 193, Sec. 129. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  121. 1242.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. )

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    The director may temporarily suspend a specialty clinic license or special permit before a hearing if needed to protect the public welfare, must notify the licensee and serve an accusation, and must set a hearing within 30 days after a notice of defense is received.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## 1242. The director may temporarily suspend any license issued to a specialty clinic or special permit prior to any hearing, when in his opinion such action is necessary to protect the public welfare. The director shall notify the licensee or holder of a special permit of the temporary suspension and the effective date thereof, and at the same time shall serve such provider with an accusation. Upon receipt of a notice of defense by the licensee or holder of a special permit, the director shall set the matter for hearing within 30 days after receipt of such notice. The temporary suspension shall remain in effect until such time as the hearing is completed and the director has made a final determination on the merits; provided, however, that the temporary suspension shall be deemed vacated if the director fails to make a final determination on the merits within 60 days after the original hearing has been completed. If the provisions of this chapter or the rules or regulations promulgated by the director are violated by a licensed surgical clinic or chronic dialysis clinic or holder of a special permit which is a group, corporation, or other association, the director may suspend the license or special permit of such organization or may suspend the license or special permit as to any individual person within such organization who is responsible for such violation. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147.)
  122. 124200.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Funding for this article must come from funds appropriated to the department through the annual Budget Act.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. California Adolescent Family Life Act of 1988 [124175 - 124200] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124200. Funding for the purpose of this article shall be provided through funds appropriated to the department through the annual Budget Act. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  123. 124225.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Child and Adolescent Resource Program [124225 - 124230] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature states there is an unmet need for mental health personnel with expertise in preventing, diagnosing, and treating mental and emotional disorders of children and adolescents, including children affected by abuse and those who testify in court.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Child and Adolescent Resource Program [124225 - 124230] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124225. (a) The Legislature finds that recent responsibilities for assessing and treating the mental disorders of children and adolescents have been required of county mental health programs creating an unmet need for personnel in the field of mental health who have expertise in preventing, diagnosing, and treating the mental and emotional disorders of children. (b) Recent attention to child abuse cases has increased the awareness of the special needs of children who are victims of abuse and of those who are then called to the courtroom as witnesses. Mental health personnel with special training are also needed for these children. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  124. 124230.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Child and Adolescent Resource Program [124225 - 124230] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section states the Legislature’s purpose: to encourage the University of California Regents to expand academic child and adolescent programs at UC medical schools.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Child and Adolescent Resource Program [124225 - 124230] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124230. It is the purpose of the Legislature, in enacting this article, to encourage the Regents of the University of California to augment the academic child and adolescent programs at the medical schools of the University of California. The programs shall include, but not be limited to, one or more of the following elements: (a) Clinical or postgraduate educational programs in child and adolescent psychiatry to instruct and train students in recognizing and treating children with mental and emotional problems, both organic and functional. (b) Provision of continuing education for specialists in the care and treatment of children and adolescents with mental and emotional problems. (c) Research into the causes, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders of children. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  125. 124235.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Youth Sports Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Protocols [124235 - 124236] ( Heading of Article 2.5 amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 174, Sec. 1. )

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    Youth sports organizations that offer athletic programs must follow concussion and sudden-cardiac-arrest safety procedures, including removal, clearance, notices, education, and record/signature steps.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Youth Sports Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Protocols [124235 - 124236] ( Heading of Article 2.5 amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 174, Sec. 1. ) ## 124235. (a) A youth sports organization that elects to offer an athletic program shall comply with all of the following: (1) (A) An athlete who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or other head injury, or who has passed out or fainted, in an athletic activity shall be immediately removed from the athletic activity for the remainder of the day, and shall not be permitted to return to any athletic activity until the athlete is evaluated by a licensed healthcare provider. The athlete shall not be permitted to return to athletic activity until the athlete receives written clearance to return to athletic activity from a licensed healthcare provider. If the licensed healthcare provider determines that the athlete sustained a concussion or other head injury, the athlete shall also complete a graduated return-to-play protocol of no less than seven days in duration under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider. (B) If the licensed healthcare provider suspects that the athlete has a cardiac condition that puts the athlete at risk for sudden cardiac arrest or other heart-related issues, the athlete shall remain under the care of the licensed healthcare provider to pursue followup testing until the athlete is cleared to play. (2) If an athlete who is 17 years of age or younger has been removed from athletic activity due to a suspected concussion or due to fainting or another suspected cardiac condition, the youth sports organization shall notify a parent or guardian of that athlete of the time and date of the injury, the symptoms observed, and any treatment provided to that athlete for the injury. (3) (A) On a yearly basis, the youth sports organization shall give both a concussion and head injury and a sudden cardiac arrest information sheet to each athlete. The information sheet shall be signed and returned by the athlete and, if the athlete is 17 years of age or younger, shall also be signed by the athlete’s parent or guardian, before the athlete initiates practice or competition. (B) If the athlete is six years of age or younger, only the signature of the athlete’s parent or guardian shall be required to comply with this paragraph. If the athlete is 18 years of age or older, only the signature of the athlete shall be required to comply with this paragraph. (C) The information sheet may be sent and returned through an electronic medium including, but not necessarily limited to, fax or electronic mail. (4) On a yearly basis, the youth sports organization shall offer concussion and head injury and sudden cardiac arrest prevention education, or related educational materials, or both, to each coach, administrator, and referee, umpire, or other game official of the youth sports organization. (5) The youth sports organization shall require both of the following: (A) Each coach, administrator, and referee, umpire, or other game official of the youth sports organization shall be required to successfully complete the concussion and head injury and sudden cardiac arrest prevention education offered pursuant to paragraph (4) at least once, either online or in person, before supervising an athlete in an activity of the youth sports organization. (B) The youth sports organization shall post related information, as referenced in paragraph (4), online, or provide educational materials to athletes and parents, or both. (6) The youth sports organization shall identify both of the following: (A) Procedures to ensure compliance with the requirements for providing concussion and head injury and sudden cardiac arrest prevention education and a concussion and head injury and sudden cardiac arrest prevention information sheet, as referenced in paragraphs (3) to (5), inclusive. (B) Procedures to ensure compliance with the athlete removal provisions and the return-to-play protocol required pursuant to paragraph (1). (b) As used in this article, all of the following shall apply: (1) “Concussion and head injury education and educational materials” and a “concussion and head injury information sheet” shall, at a minimum, include information relating to all of the following: (A) Head injuries and their potential consequences. (B) The signs and symptoms of a concussion. (C) Best practices for removal of an athlete from an athletic activity after a suspected concussion. (D) Steps for returning an athlete to school and athletic activity after a concussion or head injury. (2) “Licensed healthcare provider” means either of the following: (A) A licensed healthcare provider who is trained in the evaluation and management of concussions and is acting within the scope of the provider’s practice for evaluation and management of concussions or other head injuries. (B) A licensed healthcare provider who is trained in the evaluation and management of cardiac conditions and is acting within the scope of that provider’s practice for evaluation and management of sudden cardiac arrest, fainting, and shortness of breath. (3) “Sudden cardiac arrest prevention education and educational materials” and a “sudden cardiac arrest information sheet” shall, at a minimum, include information relating to all of the following: (A) Cardiac conditions and their potential consequences. (B) The signs and symptoms of sudden cardiac arrest. (C) Best practices for removal of an athlete from an athletic activity after fainting or a suspected cardiac condition is observed. (D) Steps for returning an athlete to an athletic activity after the athlete faints or experiences a cardiac condition. (E) What to do in the event of a cardiac emergency: this shall include calling 911, performing hands-only CPR, and using an automated external defibrillator (AED) if it is available. (4) “Youth sports organization” means an organization, business, nonprofit entity, or a local governmental agency that sponsors or conducts amateur sports competitions, training, camps, or clubs in which persons 17 years of age or younger participate. (c) This section shall apply to all persons participating in the activities of a youth sports organization, irrespective of their ages. This section shall not be construed to prohibit a youth sports organization, or any other appropriate entity, from adopting and enforcing rules intended to provide a higher standard of safety for athletes than the standard established under this section. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 174, Sec. 2. (AB 379) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  126. 124236.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Youth Sports Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Protocols [124235 - 124236] ( Heading of Article 2.5 amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 174, Sec. 1. )

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    Youth sports organizations that offer athletic programs must give each athlete the CDC Opioid Factsheet every year, and the athlete (and a parent or guardian for athletes 17 or younger) must sign and return an acknowledgment before practice or competition.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Youth Sports Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Protocols [124235 - 124236] ( Heading of Article 2.5 amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 174, Sec. 1. ) ## 124236. (a) A youth sports organization, as defined in paragraph (3) of subdivision (b) of Section 124235, that elects to offer an athletic program shall annually give the Opioid Factsheet for Patients published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to each athlete. The athlete and, if the athlete is 17 years of age or younger, the athlete’s parent or guardian shall sign a document acknowledging receipt of the Opioid Factsheet for Patients and return that document to the youth sports organization before the athlete initiates practice or competition. The Opioid Factsheet for Patients may be sent and returned through an electronic medium, including, but not limited to, fax or email. (b) This section shall apply to all athletes participating in the activities of a youth sports organization, irrespective of their ages. This section shall not be construed to prohibit a youth sports organization, or any other appropriate entity, from adopting and enforcing rules intended to provide a higher standard of safety for athletes than the standard established under this section. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 693, Sec. 14. (SB 1109) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  127. 124238.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Nevaeh Youth Sports Safety Act [124238 - 124238.5] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 24, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “coach,” “official practice or match,” and “youth sports organization” for this article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Nevaeh Youth Sports Safety Act [124238 - 124238.5] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 24, Sec. 1. ) ## 124238. For purposes of this article, the following definitions apply: (a) “Coach” means a person appointed by the youth sports organization to supervise or instruct a participant in a sport. (b) “Official practice or match” means a sport session in which live action or one or more drills are conducted, or a match, as scheduled by the youth sports organization, the coach, or other designee of the organization. (c) “Youth sports organization” has the same meaning as set forth in Section 124235. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 24, Sec. 1. (AB 1467) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  128. 124238.5.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Nevaeh Youth Sports Safety Act [124238 - 124238.5] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 24, Sec. 1. )

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    Youth sports organizations that offer athletic programs must provide AED access, coach CPR/AED certification, and a written cardiac emergency response plan.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.6. Nevaeh Youth Sports Safety Act [124238 - 124238.5] ( Article 2.6 added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 24, Sec. 1. ) ## 124238.5. (a) Commencing January 1, 2028, a youth sports organization that elects to offer an athletic program shall ensure that its athletes have access to an automated external defibrillator (AED) during any official practice or match, subject to subdivisions (b) and (c). (b) Commencing January 1, 2027, a youth sports organization shall ensure that its coaches are certified, and recertified at least every two years, to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and operate an AED and that there is a written cardiac emergency response plan. Certified training may be conducted in person or online and shall be offered by an accredited organization, consistent with national evidence-based cardiovascular care guidelines. The written cardiac emergency response plan shall be reviewed annually with coaches and staff. The written emergency response plan shall be consistent with nationally recognized, evidence-based standards and shall detail all of the following: (1) The location of any AEDs and procedures to be followed in the event of sudden cardiac arrest. (2) The responsibilities of the coach, administration, and athletes during the event. (3) How the coach, administration, and athletes will be notified and trained on the emergency response plan. (4) An annual electronic communication to the parents or guardians of enrolled participants that includes the cardiac emergency response plan or an internet link to the plan, the location or locations of any AEDs, and identifies the staff members designated to be notified in the event of a sudden cardiac event. (c) Commencing January 1, 2028, a youth sports organization shall ensure that its AED is maintained and tested according to the operation and maintenance guidelines established by the manufacturer of that AED and the applicable rules and regulations of the federal Food and Drug Administration or any other applicable state or federal authority. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 254, Sec. 1. (AB 310) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  129. 124240.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. )

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    This section names the article the California Youth Football Act and defines key terms used in it.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. ) ## 124240. (a) This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the California Youth Football Act. (b) As used in this article: (1) “Coach” means a person appointed by a youth sports organization to supervise or instruct a participant in the sport of youth tackle football. (2) “Full-contact portion” of practice is defined as the period of time in drills or live action that involves contact at game speed. (3) “Full-contact practice” means a session where one or more drills or live action is conducted that involves contact at game speed, as in an actual tackle football game or scrimmage. This includes simulations or drills that involve any number of players. (4) “Heat-related illness” includes, but is not necessarily limited to, heat cramps, heat syncope, heat exhaustion, and exertional heat stroke. (5) “Off-season” means a period extending from the end of the regular season until 30 days before the commencement of the next regular season. (6) “Play” includes participation in a youth tackle football game, scrimmage, or practice. (7) “Preseason” means a period of 30 days before the commencement of the regular season. (8) “Regular season” means the period from the first league football game or scrimmage until the completion of the final football game of that season. (9) “Safety equipment” includes, but is not necessarily limited to, all of the following: (A) A helmet and its associated parts, including, but not necessarily limited to, a face mask and mouthguard. (B) Hip, knee, and shoulder pads. (C) A jersey. (D) A tailbone protector. (E) Pants and thigh guards. (F) Shoes, including cleats. (10) “Youth sports organization” means an organization, business, or nonprofit entity that sponsors or conducts amateur sports competition, training, camps, clinics, practices, or clubs. (11) “Youth tackle football league” means the organization that groups together youth sports organizations that conduct youth tackle football, administers rules, and sets game schedules. It may or may not be associated with a national organization. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. (AB 1) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  130. 124241.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. )

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    Youth tackle football organizations must follow safety rules for practices, coach training, medical coverage, equipment checks, and injury reporting.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. ) ## 124241. On and after January 1, 2021, a youth sports organization that conducts a tackle football program shall comply with all of the following requirements: (a) A tackle football team shall not conduct more than two full-contact practices per week during the preseason and regular season. (b) A tackle football team shall not hold a full-contact practice during the off-season. (c) The full-contact portion of a practice shall not exceed 30 minutes in any single day. (d) A coach shall annually receive a tackling and blocking certification from a nationally recognized program that emphasizes shoulder tackling, safe contact and blocking drills, and techniques designed to minimize the risk during contact by removing the involvement of youth tackle football participant’s head from all tackling and blocking techniques. (e) Each youth tackle football administrator, coach, and referee shall annually complete all of the following: (1) The concussion and head injury education pursuant to Section 124235. (2) The Opioid Factsheet for Patients pursuant to Section 124236. (3) Training in the basic understanding of the signs, symptoms, and appropriate responses to heat-related illness. (f) Each parent or guardian of a youth tackle football participant shall receive concussion and head injury information for that athlete pursuant to Section 124235 and the Opioid Factsheet for Patients pursuant to Section 124236. (g) Each football helmet shall be reconditioned and recertified every other year, unless stated otherwise by the manufacturer. Only entities licensed by the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment shall perform the reconditioning and recertification. Every reconditioned and recertified helmet shall display a clearly recognizable mark or notice in the helmet indicating the month and year of the last certification. (h) A minimum of one certified emergency medical technician, state-licensed paramedic, or higher-level licensed medical professional shall be present during all preseason, regular season, and postseason games. The certified emergency medical technician, state-licensed paramedic, or higher-level licensed medical professional shall have the authority to provide prehospital emergency medical care or rescue services consistent with their certification or license, and remove any youth tackle football participant from the game who exhibits an injury, including, but not necessarily limited to, symptoms of a concussion or other head injury. (i) A coach shall annually receive first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and automated external defibrillator certification. (j) At least one independent nonrostered individual, appointed by the youth sports organization, shall be present at all practice locations. The individual shall hold current and active certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator, and concussion protocols. The individual shall have the authority to evaluate and remove any youth tackle football participant from practice who exhibits an injury, including, but not limited to, symptoms of a concussion or other head injury. (k) Safety equipment shall be inspected before every full-contact practice or game to ensure that all youth tackle football participants are properly equipped. (l) Each youth tackle football participant removed pursuant to this section shall comply with Section 124235. The injury shall be reported to the youth tackle football league. (m) Each youth tackle football participant shall complete a minimum of 10 hours of noncontact practice at the beginning of each season for the purpose of conditioning, acclimating to safety equipment, and progressing to the introduction of full-contact practice. During this noncontact practice, the youth tackle football participants shall not wear any pads, and shall only wear helmets if required to do so by the coaches. (n) A youth sports organization shall annually provide a declaration to its youth tackle football league stating that it is in compliance with this article, and shall either post the declaration on its internet website or provide the declaration to all youth tackle football participants within its youth sports organization. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 49, Sec. 1. (AB 2300) Effective January 1, 2021.)
  131. 124242.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. )

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    A youth tackle football league must set participant divisions by age or weight and keep non-identifying injury-tracking records.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. ) ## 124242. On and after January 1, 2021, a youth tackle football league shall comply with both of the following: (a) Establish youth tackle football participant divisions that are organized by relative age or weight or by both age and weight. (b) Retain information from which the names of individuals shall not be identified for the tracking of youth sports injuries. This information shall include the type of injury, the medical treatment received by the youth tackle football participant, and return to play protocols followed by the participant pursuant to subdivision (l) of Section 124241. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. (AB 1) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  132. 124243.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. )

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    Youth sports organizations and youth tackle football leagues may adopt and enforce stricter safety rules for youth tackle football participants.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.7. California Youth Football Act [124240 - 124243] ( Article 2.7 added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. ) ## 124243. Nothing in this article shall prohibit any youth sports organization or youth tackle football league from adopting and enforcing rules intended to provide a higher standard of safety for youth tackle football participants than the requirements established under this article. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 158, Sec. 2. (AB 1) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  133. 124251.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines key terms used in the article, including “centralized entity,” “commission,” “department,” and “youth sports.”

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. ) ## 124251. For purposes of this article, the following definitions apply: (a) “Centralized entity” means a department, commission, board, council, or their equivalent. (b) “Commission” means the Blue Ribbon Commission on the Development of a California Department of Youth Sports or an Equivalent Centralized Entity established and convened pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 124252. (c) “Department” means the State Department of Public Health. (d) “Youth sports” has the same meaning as “youth sports organization” as defined in Section 124235. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. (AB 749) Effective January 1, 2026. Repealed as of January 1, 2033, pursuant to Section 124256.)
  134. 124252.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. )

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    The State Public Health Officer must establish and convene a Blue Ribbon Commission by the stated deadline, and the commission must meet publicly, keep records, and serve without pay.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. ) ## 124252. (a) (1) The State Public Health Officer shall, on or before July 1, 2026, or six months after implementation of this article commences pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 124256, whichever is later, establish and convene the Blue Ribbon Commission on the Development of a California Department of Youth Sports or an Equivalent Centralized Entity to conduct a comprehensive study to review the need for and feasibility of creating a centralized entity charged with supporting and regulating youth sports. (2) The commission shall be composed of all of the following: (A) The State Public Health Officer or their designee. (B) Ten members appointed by the Governor. (C) Three members appointed by the Senate Committee on Rules. (D) Three members appointed by the Speaker of the Assembly. (3) Each member appointed pursuant to paragraph (2) shall have expertise in one or more of the following areas: (A) Convening state, local, and national organizations focused on addressing barriers in youth sports. (B) Designing and implementing equitable strategies and programs to expand youth access to sports and play, including by providing technical assistance. (C) Community-based youth development, including youth sports, play, physical activity, mental health, training, and coaching. (D) Californians with disabilities, including adaptive youth sports programs. (E) Publicly operated youth sports programs. (F) Academic or research-informed knowledge of youth sports, youth development, physical education, or equivalent fields of study. (G) Playing or supporting youth sports, including athletes and parents. (H) Being a member of or representing an equity-focused organization that works with an impacted community whose lived experience with youth sports will inform the work of the commission. (4) In making appointments to the commission, the appointing authorities shall take into consideration the diversity of the state so that the commission’s composition reflects the communities of California. (b) The commission shall be cochaired by both of the following: (1) The State Public Health Officer or their designee. (2) An appointed member selected by the members of the commission. (c) The commission shall meet at least quarterly and keep official records of their proceedings. The commission’s meetings shall be open to the public. (d) The members of the commission shall serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for necessary traveling and other expenses incurred in performing their duties and responsibilities. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. (AB 749) Effective January 1, 2026. Repealed as of January 1, 2033, pursuant to Section 124256.)
  135. 124254.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. )

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    The commission must study youth sports issues, present the study publicly for feedback before finalizing it, and submit it to the Legislature and Governor by the stated deadline. The department may contract with an outside entity to do the study.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. ) ## 124254. (a) The commission shall conduct a study of issues in youth sports that includes all of the following: (1) An assessment of the need and potential for a centralized entity to improve access to and involvement in sports for all youth, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, income, or geographic location, that addresses issues in youth sports, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (A) Disparities in youth sports programming quality and availability. (B) How to foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for youth sports. (C) How to increase and integrate regular physical activity and sports into the daily lives of youth, including, but not limited to, through after school programs and community-based organizations. (D) How to implement statewide coaching certification requirements to ensure quality training for all coaches in youth sports. (E) How to improve training and strategies for youth development, safety protocols, equity and inclusion, and sport-specific knowledge across the youth sports landscape. (F) How to update and promote practices and safety protocols, including support for diverse forms of physical activity to increase equity and access to youth sports and play. (G) How to better integrate structured sports and team-building activities into the daily lives of youth. (H) How to create a mechanism for sustainable and adequate state investment in youth sports to improve accessibility, infrastructure, and overall quality. (I) How to increase state investment in the expansion of accessible, free, or low-cost after school and community-based youth sports programs that complement academic and recreational goals. (J) How to create a mechanism for state and local funding initiatives that reduce or eliminate financial barriers to youth sports participation. (2) An evaluation of and recommendations for the duties, powers, and responsibilities of a centralized entity, including, but not limited to, all of the following: (A) A determination of the appropriate levels of oversight of relevant laws and regulations, including safety and licensing requirements for coaches and staff of youth sports. (B) A determination of which youth sports would benefit from support and regulation from a centralized entity. (C) Development and administration of statewide licensing and safety requirements. (D) Development and administration of statewide youth sports access and quality standards. (E) Development of strategies and best practices to improve access and equity to competitive and noncompetitive youth sports and play. (F) Coordination of relevant state, local, and federal entities to improve access and equity in youth sports programs, including sharing best practices and resources. (G) Identifying duplication of efforts and inefficiencies among state and local entities and youth sports programs. (H) Identifying data gaps and development of data collection and reporting requirements. (3) A review of and recommendations for both of the following: (A) The costs of creating and sustaining a centralized entity. (B) Potential funding sources, including state, federal, private, and philanthropic sources. (b) In conducting the study, the commission shall analyze models of centralized entities in other states and countries that are charged with supporting and regulating youth sports. (c) The department may enter into a contract with an external entity, including an institution of higher education or a nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, to conduct the study required by this section. (d) Before finalizing the study and before submission pursuant to subdivision (e), the commission shall publically present the study and provide an opportunity for public feedback. (e) (1) The commission shall submit the study conducted pursuant to this section to the Legislature and the Governor on or before January 1, 2028, or two years after implementation of this article commences pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 124256, whichever is later. (2) A report to be submitted to the Legislature pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. (AB 749) Effective January 1, 2026. Repealed as of January 1, 2033, pursuant to Section 124256.)
  136. 124256.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. )

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    This section makes the article’s implementation depend on funding, allows the department to use outside funds, creates a fund and subaccount for related money, and sets the article to repeal on January 1, 2033.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2.8. Youth Sports for All Act [124250 - 124256] ( Article 2.8 added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. ) ## 124256. (a) The implementation of this article is contingent upon either of the following: (1) An appropriation for its purposes in the annual Budget Act or another statute. (2) Sufficient funds being obtained by the department from federal, nonprofit, or private sources for the purposes of implementing this article. (b) The department may use funds from federal, nonprofit, or private sources to augment an appropriation made to implement this article. (c) (1) The Youth Sports Blue Ribbon Commission Fund is hereby created in the State Treasury for the receipt and deposit of the moneys specified in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a). Moneys in the fund may be expended by the department, upon appropriation by the Legislature, for the purposes of implementing this article. (2) The Youth Sports Blue Ribbon Commission Special Fund Subaccount is hereby created, in the Youth Sports Blue Ribbon Commission Fund, for the receipt and deposit of only federal, nonprofit, or private moneys, as specified in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) and in subdivision (b). Notwithstanding Section 13340 of the Government Code, moneys in the subaccount are hereby continuously appropriated without regard to fiscal years to, and may be expended by, the department for the purposes of implementing this article. (d) This article shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2033, and as of that date is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 705, Sec. 2. (AB 749) Effective January 1, 2026. Repealed as of January 1, 2033, by its own provisions. Note: Repeal affects Article 2.8 commencing with Section 124250.)
  137. 124260.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Mental Health Services for Minors [124260- 124260.] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 503, Sec. 1. )

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    A minor who is 12 or older may consent to mental health treatment or counseling if the attending professional thinks the minor is mature enough. Trainees and interns must notify supervisors after treating such a minor, and the professional must address parent or guardian involvement and record contact attempts.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Mental Health Services for Minors [124260- 124260.] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 503, Sec. 1. ) ## 124260. (a) As used in this section: (1) “Mental health treatment or counseling services” means the provision of outpatient mental health treatment or counseling by a professional person, as defined in paragraph (2). (2) “Professional person” means any of the following: (A) A person designated as a mental health professional in Sections 622 to 626, inclusive, of Title 9 of the California Code of Regulations. (B) A marriage and family therapist, as defined in Chapter 13 (commencing with Section 4980) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code. (C) A licensed educational psychologist, as defined in Chapter 13.5 (commencing with Section 4989.10) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code. (D) A credentialed school psychologist, as described in Section 49424 of the Education Code. (E) A clinical psychologist licensed under Chapter 6.6 (commencing with Section 2900) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code. (F) Either of the following persons, while working under the supervision of a licensed professional specified in Section 2902 of the Business and Professions Code: (i) A registered psychological associate, as defined in Section 2913 of the Business and Professions Code. (ii) A psychology trainee, as defined in Section 1387 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations. (G) A licensed clinical social worker, as defined in Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 4991) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code. (H) An associate clinical social worker, or a social work intern, as defined in Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 4991) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, while working under the supervision of a licensed professional specified in Section 4996.20 of the Business and Professions Code. (I) A person registered as an associate marriage and family therapist or a marriage and family therapist trainee, as defined in Chapter 13 (commencing with Section 4980) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, while working under the supervision of a licensed professional specified in subdivision (g) of Section 4980.03 of the Business and Professions Code. (J) A board certified, or board eligible, psychiatrist. (K) A licensed professional clinical counselor, as defined in Chapter 16 (commencing with Section 4999.10) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code. (L) A person registered as an associate professional clinical counselor or a clinical counselor trainee, as defined in Chapter 16 (commencing with Section 4999.10) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, while working under the supervision of a licensed professional specified in subdivision (h) of Section 4999.12 of the Business and Professions Code. (b) (1) Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, a minor who is 12 years of age or older may consent to mental health treatment or counseling services if, in the opinion of the attending professional person, the minor is mature enough to participate intelligently in the mental health treatment or counseling services. (2) A marriage and family therapist trainee, a clinical counselor trainee, a psychology trainee, or a social work intern, as specified in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a), shall notify their supervisor or, if the supervisor is unavailable, an on-call supervisor at the site where the trainee or intern volunteers or is employed within 24 hours of treating or counseling a minor pursuant to paragraph (1). If, upon the initial assessment of the minor, the trainee or intern believes that the minor is a danger to self or to others, the trainee or intern shall notify the supervisor or, if the supervisor is unavailable, the on-call supervisor immediately after the treatment or counseling session. (3) Nothing in paragraph (2) is intended to supplant, alter, expand, or remove any other reporting responsibilities required of trainees or interns under law. (c) Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, the mental health treatment or counseling of a minor authorized by this section shall include involvement of the minor’s parent or guardian, unless the professional person who is treating or counseling the minor, after consulting with the minor, determines that the involvement would be inappropriate. The professional person who is treating or counseling the minor shall state in the client record whether and when the person attempted to contact the minor’s parent or guardian, and whether the attempt to contact was successful or unsuccessful, or the reason why, in the professional person’s opinion, it would be inappropriate to contact the minor’s parent or guardian. (d) The minor’s parent or guardian is not liable for payment for mental health treatment or counseling services provided pursuant to this section unless the parent or guardian participates in the mental health treatment or counseling, and then only for services rendered with the participation of the parent or guardian. (e) This section does not authorize a minor to receive convulsive treatment or psychosurgery, as defined in subdivisions (f) and (g) of Section 5325 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, or psychotropic drugs without the consent of the minor’s parent or guardian. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 497, Sec. 92. (SB 1526) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  138. 124270.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health [124270 - 124270.2] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. )

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    This section defines “children and youth,” “department,” and “social media” for the article.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health [124270 - 124270.2] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. ) ## 124270. As used in this article, the following definitions apply: (a) “Children and youth” means individuals up to 26 years of age. (b) “Department” means the State Department of Public Health. (c) “Social media” means a social media platform, as defined in Section 22675 of the Business and Professions Code. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. (AB 1282) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2030, pursuant to Section 124270.2.)
  139. 124270.1.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health [124270 - 124270.2] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. )

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    The department must prepare and submit a report on social media’s mental health impacts on children and youth, consult specified bodies and communities, and include the listed findings and recommendations.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health [124270 - 124270.2] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. ) ## 124270.1. (a) The department, in consultation with the Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission, shall report to the Senate and Assembly Committees on Health, the Senate Committee on Judiciary, the Assembly Committee on Privacy and Consumer Protection, and other relevant policy committees of the Legislature, a statewide strategy to understand, communicate, and mitigate mental health risks associated with the use of social media by children and youth. The report shall include all of the following: (1) The degree to which the mental health of children and youth is positively, negatively, or neutrally impacted by use of social media. (2) Recommendations to strengthen children and youth resiliency strategies and California’s use of mental health services related to social media use. (3) Any barriers to receiving data relevant to completing this report. (b) In preparing the report, the department shall explore all of the following: (1) The types of social media. (2) The child and youth populations that use social media, including disproportionate rates and impacts among specific groups. (3) Opportunities to support resilience and mental well-being among children and youth around social media use. (4) Negative behavioral health risks, which includes mental health and substance misuse associated with social media use and misuse among children and youth. (5) The factors that contribute to positive, negative, and neutral impacts among various populations of children and youth. (c) In formulating this report, the department shall prioritize the perspectives of children and youth through a robust engagement process with a focus on transition-age youth, at-risk populations, in-need populations, and underserved cultural and linguistic populations. (d) The department shall also consult with the California mental health community, including, but not limited to, consumers, children, youth, families, providers, educators, and other subject matter experts, as it develops the report and prior to the report being publicly reported as provided in subdivision (a). (e) The report shall be submitted on or before December 31, 2026. (f) The report shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. (AB 1282) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2030, pursuant to Section 124270.2.)
  140. 124270.2.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health [124270 - 124270.2] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. )

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    This article stays in effect until January 1, 2030, and is repealed on that date.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 2. MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH [123225 - 124250] ( Part 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Adolescent Health [124175 - 124270.2] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Impacts of Social Media on Mental Health [124270 - 124270.2] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. ) ## 124270.2. This article shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2030, and as of that date is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 807, Sec. 1. (AB 1282) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2030, by its own provisions. Note: Repeal affects Article 4, commencing with Sec. 124270.)
  141. 1243.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. )

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    The state department keeps enforcement power even if a license or permit application is withdrawn, and it can still pursue denial or discipline in the listed situations.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## 1243. The withdrawal of an application for a license or a special permit after it has been filed with the state department, shall not, unless the state department consents in writing to such withdrawal, deprive the state department of its authority to institute or continue a proceeding against the applicant for the denial of the license or special permit upon any ground provided by law, or to enter an order denying the license or special permit upon any such ground. The suspension, expiration, or forfeiture by operation of law of a license or a special permit issued by the state department, or its suspension, forfeiture or cancellation by order of the state department or by order of a court of law, or its surrender without the written consent of the state department, shall not deprive the department of its authority to institute or continue a disciplinary proceeding against the licensee or holder of a special permit upon any ground provided by law or to enter an order suspending or revoking the license or special permit or otherwise taking disciplinary action against the licensee or holder of a special permit on any such ground. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147.)
  142. 124300.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 3. FAMILY PLANNING [124300- 124300.] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    In certain counties, local health departments must provide family planning circulars and pamphlets in the other language, and the State Department of Health Care Services must provide translations of public family planning materials when requested.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 3. FAMILY PLANNING [124300- 124300.] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124300. Within any county where 10 percent or more of the population, as determined by the Demographic Research Unit of the Department of Finance, speaks any one language other than English as its native language, every local health department shall make copies of circulars and pamphlets relating to family planning that are made available to the public also available in the other language. The State Department of Health Care Services, upon request, shall make a translation available in other than English those family planning informational materials normally distributed to the general public. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 29, Sec. 122. (SB 82) Effective June 27, 2019.)
  143. 1244.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. )

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    A revoked license or special permit under this chapter may be reinstated under Government Code Section 11522.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## 1244. Any license or special permit revoked pursuant to this chapter may be reinstated pursuant to the provisions of Section 11522 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147.)
  144. 124400.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature finds that health services are unevenly distributed in California and states an intent for the state to develop a strategy to maintain adequate primary health care resources for special population groups.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124400. (a) The Legislature makes the following findings and declarations: (1) There is a maldistribution of health services in California resulting in underserved rural and urban areas and underserved population groups. (2) Most rural areas of the state do not have adequate health services because there are insufficient personnel and facilities to provide the services. The lack of adequate services has a negative impact on the health and safety of the public. (3) In many urban areas of the state there are inadequate health services for low-income populations. Financial barriers create access problems. These barriers to health services have a negative impact on the health and safety of these groups and the public. (4) Population groups, such as American Indians and seasonal agricultural and migratory workers, lack access to adequate and appropriate health services. The lack of adequate services has a negative impact on the health and safety of these groups and the public. (5) State assistance will be needed to assure financial stability of primary care resources for these specified population groups. (b) It is therefore the intent of the Legislature that the state develop an overall strategy to ensure the maintenance of adequate primary health care resources for special population groups. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  145. 124405.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must develop and regularly update a statewide health-services plan for special population groups, and the plan must include specified assessments, program descriptions, and consultation.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124405. (a) The department shall develop a statewide plan for health services for special population groups identified pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 124425 by January 1, 1985, and shall evaluate and update the plan every two years. The plan shall include, but not be limited to, an assessment of resources, an assessment of unmet needs, an evaluation of prior years program goals and objectives, and a two-year action plan for at least the following program areas: (1) Health of seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families. (2) American Indian health services. (3) Rural health services. (4) California health services corps. (5) Grants-in-aid to clinics. (b) The plan shall describe the types, locations, and effectiveness of the programs specified in paragraphs (1) to (5), inclusive, and contain an assessment of resources needed to maintain the plan consistent with the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27). (c) The plan may be a consolidation of individual program reports due to the Legislature during the year the plan is updated. The plan may also be integrated with other plans the department is required to develop concerning maternal and child health programs and services for special population groups. (d) The statewide plan shall be initially developed in consultation with the Primary Care Clinics Advisory Committee and the California Conference of Local Health Officers and biannually updated as provided in this section in consultation with individuals and groups representing special populations and areas, with local governments, and with the office. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  146. 124410.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may provide advance payments for certain Primary Care Services Act agreements when requested by a nonprofit or public agency and when funds are available. Any individual advance payment must be made timely and cannot exceed 25% of the grant award.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124410. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department may, if requested by the nonprofit or public agency and to the extent funds are available, provide for advance payments for services to be performed under any agreement entered into pursuant to the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27) and that is otherwise in compliance with the requirements contained in Section 100350. Individual advance payments made to any nonprofit or public agency that requests those payments shall be made in a timely fashion and shall not exceed 25 percent of the total amount of the grant award. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  147. 124415.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may make prospective payments for Primary Care Services Act agreements, including monthly payments to contracting agencies and eligible nonprofit or public agencies.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124415. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department may, in addition to the advance payment under Section 124410, provide for prospective payments for services to be performed under any agreement entered into pursuant to the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27). These prospective payments may be provided each month to a contracting agency on one of the following bases: (a) One-twelfth of the total funding award each month. (b) One-twelfth of 75 percent of the funding award, if a 25 percent advance payment is also provided. Prospective payments may be made to those nonprofit or public agencies that request prospective payments and may be adjusted if necessary during the project period after the submission and review of required program reports. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  148. 124420.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Agreements for a project must require the contracting agency to seek third-party reimbursements and use them for purposes consistent with the Primary Care Services Act; they may also require reports to the department.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124420. Each agreement for a project shall require the contracting agency to seek third-party reimbursements, including Medi-Cal and private insurance, for any person served under the agreement and shall require that the reimbursements be used for purposes consistent with the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27). Each agreement may require the contracting agency to provide reports to the department on reimbursements. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  149. 124425.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The director must update a list of underserved rural and urban areas and underserved population groups every two years.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124425. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that funds authorized by the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27) be provided to organizations and agencies that are located in underserved areas or that are serving population groups identified pursuant to subdivision (b). (b) Every two years the director shall develop a list of underserved rural and urban areas and underserved population groups. The director shall take into consideration the list of urban and rural areas designated as medically underserved by the California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission and by the office and federal medically underserved areas and population groups designated by federal agencies. (c) The director shall develop the list of underserved rural and urban areas and underserved population groups, set forth in subdivision (b), after consulting and receiving written recommendations from the Primary Care Clinics Advisory Committee and after consulting with appropriate groups and individuals, including individuals representing underserved populations and local government. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 582, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  150. 124430.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must use funds under the Primary Care Services Act only for grants specifically authorized by that act.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124430. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that programs in the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27) be funded annually through the budgetary process. (b) In administering funds pursuant to the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27), the department shall use the funds only for the purpose of funding grants specifically authorized by that act. (c) No local assistance funds may be used for state administration purposes under the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27). (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  151. 124435.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    An applicant for funds under the Primary Care Services Act must send a copy of the application to anyone who makes a written request, at the same time the application is sent to the state.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124435. An applicant for funds pursuant to the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27) shall transmit a copy of an application to any person who makes a written request therefor at the same time that the application is transmitted to the state. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  152. 124440.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may make up to three-year agreements with eligible clinics, must adjust certain multi-year contracts for cost-of-living changes, may amend or modify the contracts in several ways, and may make advance payments up to 25% of yearly funds.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124440. The department may enter into agreements with any clinic that is licensed under subdivision (a) of Section 1204 or exempt from licensure under subdivision (c) of Section 1206, and which requests the agreements, for up to three consecutive years. The contracts shall be limited to the provision of health services to persons authorized to receive health services under the programs specified in the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27). The department shall retain the right to terminate contracts under the general provisions of the contract language prior to the three years for failure to comply with the performance terms and conditions set forth in the contracts. The multiple-year contracts shall be modified to reflect any cost-of-living adjustments that are provided to the programs specified in this section, provided the cost-of-living adjustments are granted pursuant to the Budget Act. The contracts may also be amended to reflect changes in the base budget amount, scope of work, and other contract language changes as necessary. Nothing shall prohibit the department from establishing a three-year budget and annually amending the contract to change the budget amount, scope of work, and other contract language changes as necessary. Nothing shall prohibit the contract from being modified based on the mutual consent of the contractor and the department. Advance payments in the original contract and in each one-year extension are permitted, but shall not exceed 25 percent of the funds provided for each fiscal year. On or before January 1, 1990, the department at any time shall report to the Legislative Analyst as to the personnel-year and General Fund savings that have been associated with this authority. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  153. 124441.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Providers offering sensitive examinations must notify patients that a medical chaperone is available on request, and must provide the chaperone when requested, unless the patient is in the emergency-services exception or the chaperone is unavailable and an alternative is arranged.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [124400 - 124441] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124441. (a) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (1) “Medical chaperone” means a trained employee of a provider who assists or observes during the portion of a visit that includes a sensitive examination. (2) “Provider” has the same meaning as in Section 127500.2, except that “provider” does not include any facility owned or operated by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation or any facility licensed by the State Department of Public Health. (3) (A) “Sensitive examination” means an ultrasound examination performed by a sonographer of any of the following areas: (i) Genitalia. (ii) Breast. (iii) Rectum. (B) “Sensitive examination” also includes an ultrasound examination of the pubic or groin region. (4) (A) “Sonographer” means any nonphysician who is a sonography technician whose primary duties consist of performing diagnostic medical ultrasounds and who is qualified by national certification or academic or clinical experience to perform diagnostic medical ultrasounds. National certification includes certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). (B) A sonographer is also known as an “ultrasound technologist” or “sonologist.” (b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (3), a provider that offers a sensitive examination shall provide notice to patients that a medical chaperone will be made available upon a patient’s request to assist or observe the sensitive examination. The notice shall be provided in any of the following methods: (A) A hard copy provided to the patient, or their legal guardian, in person at a visit, or prior to a visit in a separate single document. (B) An electronic transmission, including, but not limited to, a text message or email to the patient or their legal guardian prior to or during the visit. (C) Verbally to the patient, or their legal guardian, either prior to or in person at a visit, with documentation of the offer in the patient’s health record. (2) If a patient does not request a medical chaperone, but the provider determines, for any reason, that a medical chaperone must be present, the provider has the right to decline performing the sensitive examination in the absence of a medical chaperone. (3) A provider that performs a sensitive examination to a patient receiving emergency services and care, as defined in Section 1317.1, shall, when feasible, inform the patient that a medical chaperone will be made available upon request to assist or observe the sensitive examination. (c) (1) A provider shall educate sonographers and clinical and nonclinical staff who may serve as a medical chaperone about appropriate observational and intervention techniques, how to properly drape a patient, the importance of neutrality, and reporting procedures for any inappropriate behaviors observed or communicated by the patient. (2) Except as provided in paragraph (3), if a patient requests a medical chaperone, the provider shall provide a medical chaperone for the entirety of an ultrasound examination if any portion of the ultrasound examination is a sensitive examination. The provider shall document the medical chaperone’s presence in the patient’s health record. (3) In the event a medical chaperone is unavailable at the time of the sensitive examination, the provider shall coordinate with the patient to find an acceptable alternative, which may include, but not be limited to, waiting without undue delay for a medical chaperone to become available. (d) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2027. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 442, Sec. 3. (AB 849) Effective January 1, 2026. Operative January 1, 2027, by its own provisions.)
  154. 124450.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Clinic Services [124450- 124450.] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 294, Sec. 27. )

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    Certain funded clinics must provide nonelective primary care on a sliding-fee scale, including a zero-payment option, during a Governor-declared emergency or disaster.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 1.5. Clinic Services [124450- 124450.] ( Chapter 1.5 added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 294, Sec. 27. ) ## 124450. (a) In any emergency or disaster, as declared by the Governor, clinics funded under the seasonal agricultural and migratory workers program provided for by Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 124550), the rural health services development program provided for by Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 124600) or the expanded access to primary care program provided for by Article 2 (commencing with Section 124900) of Chapter 7 shall provide nonelective, primary health care services, utilizing a sliding-fee scale based on income, including a zero payment option, to all persons who are impacted by the emergency or disaster and who present themselves for treatment at the clinic. (b) The department shall deny or recoup payment under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 124550), Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 124600), and Article 2 (commencing with Section 124900) of Chapter 7, assess civil penalties, revoke or suspend the license of the clinic pursuant to Section 1229, or impose other sanctions or other penalties authorized by law, when the clinic charges patients for care and fails to utilize a sliding-fee scale based on income, including a zero-payment option, to determine the fees to be charged to any patient pursuant to subdivision (a). (c) To the extent that the department enters into contracts or renews contracts with clinics identified in subdivision (b) on or after the effective date of this section, those contracts shall require clinics to utilize a sliding-fee scale based on income, including a zero-payment option, when determining fees to be assessed for patients. (Added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 294, Sec. 27. Effective August 18, 1997.)
  155. 124475.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [124475 - 124485] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature says clinics are important partners and states its intent to create advance payment authority and a clinic revolving fund to help reduce clinics’ cash-flow problems.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [124475 - 124485] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124475. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (a) Clinics are valuable partners in the state’s efforts to improve access to health services. (b) Clinics have an established record of providing quality health services to medically uninsured persons at a reasonable cost. (c) Clinics are experienced in serving the culturally diverse populations of this state and have developed comprehensive health services packages that meet special population needs. (d) Clinics are major partners with all levels of government as contractors and grantees in programs that serve the poor, low income, minorities, and other target populations with special needs in both urban and rural areas of California. (e) The state’s grant and contract approval process are so complicated and time consuming that clinics are faced annually with severe cash-flow problems. (f) The length of time required for the state to process and execute payment of claims submitted by clinics, creates severe cash-flow problems for the clinics. (g) Clinics often have no choice but to borrow funds to cover operations pending receipt of state funds and the resulting interest payments reduce the amount of funds available for direct services to the needy population. (h) Therefore, it is the intent of the Legislature that preliminary advance payment authority be established for the department in order to alleviate clinics’ cash-flow problems to the extent possible. (i) It is the intent of the Legislature that a clinic revolving fund be established within the department to expedite the payment process and thereby alleviate the cash-flow problems of clinics. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  156. 124480.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [124475 - 124485] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section defines “clinic” for this chapter as a primary care clinic defined in Section 1200.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [124475 - 124485] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124480. As used in this chapter, “clinic” means a primary care clinic as defined in Section 1200. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  157. 124485.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [124475 - 124485] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must prepare and send the Legislature a report on clinic-related activities for specified health programs.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [124475 - 124485] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124485. (a) The department shall prepare and transmit to the Legislature a report of the department’s activities relating to the utilization of clinics to provide comprehensive health services pursuant to the following programs: (1) Health of seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families program. (2) American Indian health services program. (3) Rural health services program. (4) Grants-in-aid to clinic program. (5) California health services corps program. (b) A report shall be transmitted to the Legislature by July 1, 1992, and by July 1 of every fourth year thereafter. (c) The report shall also include any grant funds expended and the resources allocated to the programs by the department, including staff, travel, and support services. (d) The report shall reflect activities, resources, and expenditures by fiscal year. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  158. 1245.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. )

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    A licensee or special-permit holder may ask the state department to suspend the license or permit for up to 24 consecutive months, with department approval. The state department may reinstate a suspended license or permit after an application and an inspection showing full compliance.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 2. LICENSING PROVISIONS [1200 - 1796.88] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1939, Ch. 60. ) ## CHAPTER 1. Clinics [1200 - 1245] ( Chapter 1 repealed and added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Suspension and Revocation [1240 - 1245] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147. ) ## 1245. Any licensee or holder of a special permit may, with the approval of the state department, surrender his license or special permit for suspension by the state department for a temporary period not to exceed 24 consecutive months. Any license or special permit suspended pursuant to this section may be reinstated by the state department on receipt of an application and after an inspection showing full compliance with all applicable licensing requirements. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1147.)
  159. 124500.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department’s Clinic Revolving Fund is established to speed preliminary advance payments and reimburse eligible clinics.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124500. The Clinic Revolving Fund of the department is hereby established for the purpose of expediting preliminary advance payments as authorized pursuant to Article 3 (commencing with Section 124525) and to reimburse clinics that are grantees or contractors for services rendered under grants or contracts issued pursuant to this part. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  160. 124505.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may draw up to 50% of Clinic Revolving Fund appropriations for preliminary advance payments, if the Legislature has made local assistance appropriations for the relevant programs.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124505. (a) Notwithstanding Section 16400 of the Government Code or any other provision of law, the department may, to the extent local assistance appropriations are made by the Legislature for programs set forth in this part, without at the time furnishing vouchers or itemized statements, draw up to 50 percent of the funds appropriated for the purposes of the Clinic Revolving Fund, for purposes of preliminary advance payments pursuant to Article 3 (commencing with Section 124525). (b) The purpose of the Clinic Revolving Fund does not include expenses related to departmental administrative expenses, departmental travel expenses, departmental travel expense advances, or other departmental administrative costs. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  161. 124510.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    If the department requests it, the Controller must apply and credit Clinic Revolving Fund amounts instead of withdrawing them from the State Treasury.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124510. In lieu of actually withdrawing revolving fund moneys from the State Treasury, the Controller, upon the request of the department, shall apply and credit the amount of the Clinic Revolving Fund, or any portion thereof, as repayment and return of any existing funds in the revolving fund to the appropriation for which it was drawn by the department. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  162. 124515.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must stay accountable for the Clinic Revolving Fund and support disbursements with vouchers filed with the Controller.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. The Clinic Revolving Fund [124500 - 124515] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124515. The department shall remain fully accountable for the Clinic Revolving Fund. All disbursements shall be substantiated by vouchers filed with the Controller. Disbursements may be reported, substantiated by vouchers, from time to time to the Controller in connection with claims for reimbursements of the revolving fund. At any time, upon the demand of the Department of Finance or the Controller, the revolving fund shall be accounted for and substantiated by vouchers and itemized statements submitted to the Controller. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  163. 124525.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Preliminary Advance Payments [124525- 124525.] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may give advance payments for clinic grant or contract services if the listed conditions are met.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Primary Clinic Revolving Fund [124475 - 124525] ( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Preliminary Advance Payments [124525- 124525.] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124525. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the department may, to the extent funds are available, provide for advance payments for services to be performed under pending grant agreements or contracts with clinics pursuant to the Primary Care Services Act (Section 27), at the time that the notice of award is issued if all of the following conditions are met: (a) The request for application or the request for proposals contains the terms and conditions under which advance payment may be received pursuant to this section. (b) That the total amount of the advance shall not exceed 25 percent of the amount of the proposed award, including any advance payments provided under authority of any other provision of law. (c) That the terms and conditions of the request for application or the request for proposal, specifies that the grantee shall repay the full amount of the advance if the grant or the contract is not finally approved. (d) That the department has evaluated the financial stability of the clinic and found it to be reasonably financially sound. (e) That advance payments be made only to those nonprofit agencies that request an advance in writing. (f) That the application or proposal contains the terms and conditions set forth in the request for application or the request for proposal. (g) That the application or proposal is signed by an authorized person representing the clinic. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  164. 124550.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must maintain a program for seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124550. The department shall maintain a program for seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families, consisting of all of the following: (a) Studies of the health and health services for seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families throughout the state. (b) Technical and financial assistance to local agencies concerned with the health of seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families. (c) Coordination with similar programs of the federal government, other states, and voluntary agencies. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  165. 124555.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must grant funds to eligible clinics for a health services program for seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families, and clinics must meet stated eligibility conditions.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124555. (a) (1) It is the intent of the Legislature that funds distributed under this section promote stability for participating clinics, as a part of the state’s health care safety net, and at the same time be distributed in a manner that best promotes access to health care to seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families. (2) The department shall grant funds, for a minimum of three years per grant, retroactive to funds appropriated in the Budget Act of 2002 (Chapter 379 of the Statutes of 2002), to eligible, private, nonprofit, community-based primary care clinics for the purpose of establishing and maintaining a health services program for seasonal agricultural and migratory workers and their families. The department may continue to pay any grantee whose grant expired on June 30, 2003, until June 30, 2004, as if the grant had been extended, provided that funds are appropriated for this purpose in the Budget Act of 2003 and the grantee agrees in writing to expend the money as if the grant had been extended. (b) In order to be eligible to receive funds under this program, a clinic shall, at a minimum, meet all of the following conditions: (1) The clinic shall be licensed under either paragraph (1) or (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 1204. (2) The clinic’s patient population shall include at least 25 percent farmworkers and their dependents. (3) The clinic shall operate in a medically underserved area, including a Health Professional Shortage Area, or serve a medically underserved population, as designated by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, or shall be able to demonstrate that at least 50 percent of its patients are persons with incomes at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. (c) The department shall seek input from stakeholders in designing the methodology for distribution of funds under this section. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 230, Sec. 13. Effective August 11, 2003.)
  166. 124560.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section establishes the Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers Advisory Committee, requires it to advise the department, and sets how its 11 members are appointed and serve.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124560. (a) The Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers Advisory Committee is hereby established in the State Department of Health Services. (b) The committee shall advise the department on the level of resources, priorities, criteria, and guidelines necessary to implement this chapter pertaining to the health of seasonal and migratory agricultural workers. (c) The committee shall be composed of 11 members, appointed by the Director of Health Services, who are knowledgeable concerning the health care needs of seasonal and migratory farm workers and their families. Committee members shall serve two-year terms. Two members shall be nominated by the Speaker of the Assembly, and two by the Senate Committee on Rules. The members of the committee shall be selected from the following categories of persons: (1) Seasonal and migratory farm workers and their families. (2) Health care providers from nonprofit community health centers that have a documented history of serving seasonal and migratory agricultural workers. (3) Health care professionals. (4) Private citizens with documented experience in serving the seasonal agricultural and migratory worker population. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 24. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  167. 124570.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must make semiannual grant payments to a grantee, but only when funds are available and required requests and reports have been submitted and approved.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Health of Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers [124550 - 124570] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124570. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department shall, to the extent that funds are available, provide to a grantee semiannual prospective payments during a 12-month fiscal year. (b) An amount equal to not more than 50 percent of the total grant shall be processed for payment to the grantee following the enactment of the annual Budget Act, and upon formal execution of the grant by the state. The processing by the department of the grantee’s first semiannual prospective payment shall also be contingent upon both of the following: (1) A written request for payment from the grantee. (2) Except as provided in this paragraph, the third quarter progress budget and expenditure report. If the grantee is currently under the first fiscal year of a three-year multiple grant, this requirement shall not apply as a condition for the grantee’s first semiannual prospective payment, unless the grantee is a continuing grantee from the prior three-year multiple year of the grant. If the grantee is currently under the second or third fiscal year of a three-year, multiple-year grant, the department’s processing of the first semiannual prospective payment for the current grant year shall be contingent upon the grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval of, the third quarter progress and budget expenditure report from the previous grant year. (c) Based upon the grantee’s timely and accurate submission of the first quarterly progress and budget expenditure report from the grant year, and satisfactory performance under the grant, the processing of a second semiannual prospective payment of not more than 40 percent of the total grant shall be processed by the department for payment to a grantee no earlier than January 1 during the term of the grant year. The processing of the grantee’s second semiannual prospective payment by the department shall be contingent upon all of the following: (1) A written request for payment from the grantee. (2) The grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval, of the first quarterly progress and budget expenditure report. (3) If the grantee is currently under the second or third fiscal year of a three-year, multiple-year grant, the grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval, of the fourth quarterly progress and budget expenditure report, and the annual reconciliation report, from the prior year. (d) An amount equal to 10 percent of the total grant award shall be retained by the department, pending satisfactory submission by the grantee of all quarterly progress and budget expenditure reports and an annual reconciliation report for the grant year. Payment of the withheld 10 percent shall be processed by the department for payment to the grantee upon the grantee’s satisfactory completion and submission, and the department’s approval, of these reports. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 744, Sec. 3. Effective October 10, 1999. Operative July 1, 2000, by Sec. 10 of Ch. 744.)
  168. 124575.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must maintain a program for American Indians and their families.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124575. The department shall maintain a program for American Indians and their families, consisting of all of the following: (a) Studies of the health and health services available to American Indians and their families throughout the state. (b) Technical and financial assistance to local agencies concerned with the health of American Indians and their families. (c) Coordination with similar programs of the federal government, other states, and voluntary agencies. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  169. 124580.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must work with local governmental agencies and contract with voluntary nonprofit organizations to develop local health programs for American Indians and their families.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124580. The department shall cooperate with local governmental agencies and contract with voluntary nonprofit organizations in connection with the development of local health programs for American Indians and their families. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  170. 124585.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must use chapter funds to support American Indian health programs, provide technical assistance, adopt reimbursement regulations, and avoid duplicating federal commitments.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124585. (a) All moneys appropriated to the department for the purposes of this chapter shall be used to provide financial, training, and technical assistance to urban and rural American Indian health programs and to assist these programs in planning, implementing, and upgrading programs to attain a comprehensive health services delivery system for American Indians in urban and rural areas. (b) The department shall provide technical assistance and shall promote the provision of services for preventive health care, health education, and environmental health. (c) The department may expend funds, appropriated to it to carry out the purposes of this chapter, by contract or grant, or any combination thereof, to assist any urban or rural American Indian health program. (d) The department shall adopt regulations establishing criteria for reimbursement for direct services under this chapter, that shall include, but not be limited to, a definition of direct services that are reimbursable and a formula for allocation of funds appropriated to the department. (e) The department shall provide assistance to American Indian health services programs in maximizing utilization of third party payment systems and in developing programs in health education, nutrition, and family planning, if the assistance is not being provided by agencies of the federal government. (f) Funds appropriated to carry out the purposes of this chapter shall be supplemental to those available from the federal government and shall not duplicate, and they shall not replace, any commitments made by the federal government to provide health services to American Indians and their families in this state who receive health services pursuant to an urban or rural American Indian health program. (g) It is the intent of the Legislature that the program established by this chapter shall, commencing with the 1984–85 fiscal year, be funded according to customary budget procedures. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  171. 124586.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must make semiannual grant payments to a grantee, but only when funds are available and specified request, report, and approval conditions are met.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124586. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department shall, to the extent that funds are available, provide to a grantee under this chapter semiannual prospective payments, as specified in this section, during a 12-month fiscal year. (b) The first semiannual prospective payment, in an amount equal to not more than 50 percent of the total grant, shall be processed for payment to the grantee following the enactment of the annual Budget Act, and upon formal execution of the grant by the state and shall be contingent upon both of the following: (1) A written request for payment from the grantee. (2) The grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval, of the progress reports required under the grant, budget expenditure report, and annual reconciliation report, from the prior year. (c) Based upon the grantee’s timely and accurate submission of the progress reports and budget expenditure reports from the grant year, and satisfactory performance under the grant, the processing of a second semiannual prospective payment of not more than 40 percent of the total grant shall be processed by the department for payment to a grantee no earlier than January 1 during the term of the grant year. The processing of the grantee’s second semiannual prospective payment by the department shall be contingent upon both of the following: (1) A written request for payment from the grantee. (2) The grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval, of progress reports and budget expenditure reports. (d) Any remaining amount, which shall be at least 10 percent of the total grant award, shall be retained by the department, pending satisfactory submission by the grantee of all progress reports required by the grant, budget expenditure reports, and an annual reconciliation report for the grant year. Payment of the withheld amount shall be processed by the department for payment to the grantee contingent upon both of the following: (1) A written request for payment from the grantee. (2) The grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval, of all progress reports required under the grant, budget expenditure reports from the grant year, the annual reconciliation report for the grant year, and satisfactory performance under the grant. (Added by Stats. 2003, Ch. 596, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  172. 124590.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature states that many American Indians in California do not have adequate health status and intends that, in addition to American Indian Health Service funding, sufficient funding be provided from other programs to substantially improve access to health services.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124590. The Legislature finds and declares that the health status of many American Indians in California is not adequate. It is, therefore, the intent of the Legislature to insure that in addition to funding provided pursuant to the American Indian Health Service program, sufficient funding is provided to American Indians from other programs in order to substantially improve their access to health services. These programs include, but are not limited to, the following: (a) Rural health services. (b) Mental health services. (c) Developmental disability programs. (d) Maternal and child health programs. (e) Alcoholism programs. (f) Programs for the aging. (g) Environmental health programs. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 728, Sec. 111. (SB 71) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  173. 124595.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section keeps the Indian Health Policy Panel in existence under a new name and gives it an advisory role to state health departments.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 4. American Indian Health Services [124575 - 124595] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124595. (a) The Indian Health Policy Panel, established by the director pursuant to Section 1520 of Title 17 of the California Administrative Code, is continued in existence and shall be renamed the American Indian Health Policy Panel. The policy panel shall advise the State Department of Health Care Services and the State Department of Public Health on the level of resources, priorities, criteria, and guidelines necessary to implement this chapter. The policy panel shall be composed of 10 members, appointed by the director. Four members shall be appointed from a list of persons submitted by the California Rural Indian Health Board, four members shall be appointed from a list of persons submitted by the California Consortium for Urban Indian Health, and two members shall represent the public. The persons appointed by the director to represent the public may be consumers, consumer advocates, health service providers, representatives of state or county health agencies, health professionals, or private citizens. The terms of the members shall be established pursuant to bylaws adopted by the policy panel. (b) The director may also seek advice from individuals and groups, other than the policy panel, on program issues. (c) Those persons who are members of the policy panel on December 31, 1983, shall continue to be members for the remainder of their terms and, upon expiration of their terms, shall be eligible for reappointment by the director. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 577, Sec. 15. Effective October 13, 2007.)
  174. 124600.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature finds that rural California has inadequate health services and states an intent to create a rural health services program in the department.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124600. The Legislature makes the following findings and declarations: (a) There is a maldistribution of health services in California. Most rural areas of the state do not have adequate health services because there are insufficient health personnel and facilities and inadequate transportation to such services. (b) The lack of health services in rural areas has a negative impact on the health and safety of the public. (c) Existing public programs to meet the problem of inadequate health services in rural areas are not sufficient in scope or properly coordinated to significantly improve the availability of health services. (d) It is unlikely that the situation will improve without substantial state and local action. It is, therefore, the intent of the Legislature in enacting this chapter to establish a program of rural health services in the department. The purpose of the program is to improve the coordination of rural health services and to increase the amount and availability of the services. The Legislature intends that the program consist of all the following: (1) The California Health Services Corps in which health personnel are assigned to health care delivery organizations. (2) Health services development projects, in which new health care delivery organizations are established. (3) An organizational unit within the department to coordinate rural health programs. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  175. 124605.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must run a program to address deficiencies in rural health services.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124605. The department shall implement a program to remedy deficiencies in health services in rural areas. The department shall have responsibility for the following elements: (a) California Health Services Corps. (b) California Rural Health Services Development Projects. (c) Coordination of Rural Health Programs. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  176. 124610.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The director must administer this chapter and adopt necessary regulations and standards to carry it out.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124610. The director shall administer this chapter and shall adopt any regulations and standards as are necessary to implement this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  177. 124615.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Services provided under this chapter must not replace a county’s current services or obligations, including those required by state law.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124615. No services provided under this chapter shall substitute for current services and obligations of a county including those required by state law. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  178. 124620.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Money spent under this chapter must supplement federal National Health Services Corps funding and must not duplicate or replace federal commitments; it may add to and complement them.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124620. Funds expended pursuant to this chapter shall be supplemental to those made available by the federal government for the National Health Services Corps and shall not duplicate, or replace, but may supplement and complement, any commitments made by the federal government to provide health personnel as needed. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  179. 124625.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The Legislature states that the Rural Health Services Development Program should be funded annually, and the department may make advance payments for eligible contracts when funds are available and the department finds they would further the chapter’s purposes.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Legislative Intent and General Provisions [124600 - 124625] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124625. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that the Rural Health Services Development Program be funded annually through the budgetary process. (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department may, to the extent funds are available, provide for advance payments for services to be performed under any contract entered into pursuant to this chapter with any small community based public or private nonprofit agency with modest reserves and potential cash flow problems, where the department determines that such advance payments will further the purposes of this chapter. Advance payments shall not be made more than once a year. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  180. 124650.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The director must establish a California Health Services Corps in the department.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124650. The director shall establish in the department, a California Health Services Corps. The purpose of the corps is to make available health personnel to rural areas that are presently receiving inadequate health services. The corps shall consist of physicians and surgeons, podiatrists, dentists, vision care providers, and other health professionals, such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, dental hygienists, dental assistants, health educators, nutritionists, dietitians, health and nutrition aides, and other personnel as the director finds necessary to meet the purposes of the program. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  181. 124655.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Members of the California Health Services Corps may be assigned to specified health services programs and related locations.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124655. Members of the California Health Services Corps may be assigned to the following categories of health services programs: (a) Any nonprofit primary care clinic or licensed health facility. (b) Any health provider or group provider. (c) Any county health program or facility. (d) Any state health program or facility. (e) Any federal health program. Assignments may be made to a health provider or facility, to a health services development project established pursuant to Article 3 (commencing with Section 124700), or directly to an area in California where health services are inadequate. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  182. 124660.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    This section sets rules for assigning California Health Services Corps members, including director approval for supervision, prior agreement before placement, consultation with local consumers, and malpractice insurance coverage.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124660. Assignments shall be made in accordance with the following: (a) The authority of any person to supervise any member of the corps shall be subject to approval by the director. (b) No member of the corps shall be placed in an assignment without the prior agreement of the person or governing board in charge of the health delivery program to which the corps member is assigned. (c) Corps members directly assigned to rural areas or to state-operated projects shall be contract employees of the California Health Services Corps. Corps members assigned to projects with a nonstate provider or facility may be employees of the provider or facility if specified by contract between the state and the provider or facility. The state shall provide malpractice insurance coverage for all corps personnel. (d) Local consumers shall be consulted in the placement of California Health Services Corps members. (e) In making the assignment of a corps member, the director shall seek to match the characteristics and preferences of the member with those of the area, population group, or medical facility where the member may be assigned to the maximum extent possible in order to increase the probability of the member remaining to serve the area, population group, or medical facility upon completion of his or her assignment period. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  183. 124665.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The director must issue regulations setting salary schedules, other employment terms, and reimbursement policies for corps members.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124665. The director shall, by regulation, specify the salary schedules, other terms and conditions of employment, and reimbursement policies with respect to the employment of corps members that shall be followed by institutions, providers, or programs where a member of the California Health Services Corps is assigned. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  184. 124670.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Funds under this article may be spent only for listed program purposes.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124670. Funds expended pursuant to this article may be used for any of the following purposes: (a) Expenses of the department in administering the program. (b) Salaries and employee benefits for members of the California Health Services Corps. (c) Supplies, equipment, minor capital outlay, and minor renovations. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  185. 124675.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must make assignments without considering residents’ ability to pay, and assigned providers, facilities, and corps members must seek third-party reimbursement.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124675. Assignments shall be made by the department without regard to ability of residents in areas to pay. Any provider or facility where a California Health Services Corps member is assigned, and any corps member, shall be required to seek third party reimbursements, including Medi-Cal and private insurance, for any person served by the corps member. Any such corps member, provider, or facility may be required to provide reports to the department concerning reimbursements and may be required to contribute all or part of the proceeds of reimbursements to the department for deposit in the State Treasury in accordance with regulations or contracts adopted by the department after regulations have been approved by the Director of Finance. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  186. 124680.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    A corps member must not refuse needed service because a person cannot pay or because the person has Medicare or Medicaid-type benefits.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124680. No corps member may refuse needed service to any person because of inability to pay for such service, or refuse service to persons on account of their entitlement to medical benefits under Title XVIII or XIX of the United States Social Security Act. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  187. 124685.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The director may provide technical assistance to groups that request help with applications for assignment of corps personnel.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 2. California Health Services Corps [124650 - 124685] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124685. The director may, upon request, provide technical assistance to groups preparing applications for assignment of corps personnel. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  188. 124700.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must plan and operate health services development projects, and the director makes the final approval decision.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124700. The department shall plan and put into operation a number of health services development projects. The purpose of the projects shall be to demonstrate effective ways of providing health care services in underserved rural health areas. The director shall make the final decision on approval of a project. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  189. 124705.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Applications may be made for funds for health services development projects, and any agency may initiate and operate those projects.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124705. Applications may be made for funds for health services development projects and the projects may be initiated and operated by any agency, including, but not limited to, the following: (a) A community agency, including a National Health Services Corps site. (b) An ongoing rural health program, including migrant health or American Indian health program. (c) A family practice education program. (d) A county health department. (e) The department. (f) Any health facility or licensed nonprofit primary care clinic. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  190. 124710.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must fund eligible rural primary care clinics and set funding rules, including a minimum grant term and eligibility conditions.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124710. (a) (1) It is the intent of the Legislature that funds distributed under this section promote stability for participating clinics, as a part of the state’s health care safety net, and at the same time be distributed in a manner that best promotes access to health care to geographically isolated populations. (2) The department shall grant funds, for a minimum of three years per grant, retroactive to funds appropriated in the Budget Act of 2002 (Chapter 379 of the Statutes of 2002), to eligible, private, nonprofit, community-based primary care clinics for the purpose of establishing and maintaining rural health services and development projects as specified under this article. The department may continue to pay any grantee whose grant expired on June 30, 2003, until June 30, 2004, as if the grant had been extended, provided that funds are appropriated for this purpose in the Budget Act of 2003 and the grantee agrees in writing to expend the money as if the grant had been extended. (b) In order to be eligible to receive funds under this program, a clinic shall, at a minimum, meet all of the following conditions: (1) The clinic shall be licensed under paragraph (1) or (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 1204. (2) The clinic shall operate in a “rural” Medical Study Service Area, as defined by the Health Manpower Commission. (3) The clinic shall operate in a medically underserved area, including a Health Professional Shortage Area, or serve a medically underserved population, as designated by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, or shall be able to demonstrate that at least 50 percent of its patients are persons with incomes at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. (c) The department shall seek input from stakeholders in designing the methodology for distribution of funds under this section. (d) If the funds that are available for purposes of this section for any fiscal year are greater than funds that were available for the prior fiscal year, the department shall establish a base funding level that is applicable to all sites funded in the prior fiscal year. To the extent that funds are available, the base funding level shall not be less than seventy-five thousand dollars ($75,000) for each site. To implement this section, the department shall not be required to reduce funding for clinics that are above the minimum awards. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 230, Sec. 14. Effective August 11, 2003.)
  191. 124715.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department may assist community agencies in developing grant proposals.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124715. The department may assist community agencies to develop grant proposals. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 744, Sec. 6. Effective October 10, 1999. Operative July 1, 2000, by Sec. 10 of Ch. 744.)
  192. 124720.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Project proposals for rural health services must be considered if they address the health needs of rural populations with limited access to care. Approved projects must carry out one or more listed health-service improvements.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124720. Project proposals shall be considered that address the health needs of rural populations, including, but not limited to, migratory and other agricultural workers, American Indians, and senior citizens, who have insufficient access to adequate levels of health care services due to geographical isolation or economic factors. Projects that are approved shall accomplish one or more of the following: (a) Provide primary health care, including preventive health services and diagnostic, treatment, referral, and followup services. (b) Provide comprehensive health care, including specialized physician services, inpatient and outpatient facilities, laboratory and X-ray services, home health services, and other specialized services. (c) Provide emergency medical services designed to meet the special problems of rural isolation. (d) Provide transportation appropriate to achieving the goal of making health care services available to residents of rural areas. (e) Provide electronic communication technology to improve health care delivery and emergency health services in the designated rural areas. (f) Establish regional health systems, including linkage with both rural and urban health programs and facilities. (g) Improve the quality of medical care and the administrative capabilities of agencies and management systems in rural areas. (h) Provide health education programs in the designated rural areas, including health and nutrition education, and continuing education for health professionals. (i) Promote nurse practitioner and physician assistants programs and other programs for training and placement of health professionals in the designated areas to respond to rural manpower shortages. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  193. 124725.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Project funding may last up to three years, and the director decides whether a project continues or ends.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124725. Project funding shall be for up to three years. Continuation of funding for a project shall depend on progress toward achieving the goals of the project. The director shall make the final decision to continue or discontinue a project. In evaluating the success of a project, the director shall take into account the number of additional persons who are receiving quality health care as a result of the operation of the project and the improvement in health status of the population served by the project. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 744, Sec. 7. Effective October 10, 1999. Operative July 1, 2000, by Sec. 10 of Ch. 744.)
  194. 124730.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Each applicant must form a project advisory committee, and the committee must help plan, review, change, and continue the project.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124730. Each applicant shall form an advisory committee for the project. The advisory committee shall participate in all of the following: (a) Planning the project. (b) Reviewing the progress of the project. (c) Proposing changes in the project. (d) Planning for the continuation of the project after the grant period through self-sufficiency. At least one-half of the members of the advisory committee shall be consumers, as defined by Public Law 93-641. The advisory committee shall include, where feasible, representatives of the health service agencies, the Seasonal Agricultural and Migratory Workers Advisory Committee, the American Indian Health Policy Panel, consumers selected from rural target populations, such as American Indians, senior citizens, Medi-Cal recipients, isolated rural residents, and agricultural and forestry workers, providers from rural areas, and persons with knowledge of rural areas from educational institutions, and state, county, and federal agencies. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  195. 124735.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    Each project grant must require the grantee agency to seek third-party reimbursements and report them to the department; the department may also require part of the reimbursement proceeds to be contributed to the department under adopted regulations.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124735. Each grant for a project shall require the grantee agency to seek third-party reimbursements, including Medi-Cal and private insurance, for any person served under the grant. Each grant shall require the grantee agency to provide reports to the department on reimbursements and may require the grantee agencies to contribute all or part of the proceeds of reimbursements to the department for deposit in the State Treasury in accordance with regulations to be adopted by the department after the regulations are approved by the Director of Finance. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 744, Sec. 8. Effective October 10, 1999. Operative July 1, 2000, by Sec. 10 of Ch. 744.)
  196. 124740.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    State-operated projects may be established only if the rural population’s health would be substantially improved, no local public or nonprofit agency is willing and able to do the project, and the project has at least two elements listed in Section 124720.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124740. State-operated projects shall be established only in accordance with all of the following: (a) The health of the population in a rural area would be substantially improved by the establishment of a project. (b) There exists no local public or nonprofit agency willing and able to undertake the project. (c) The project contains two or more of the elements specified in Section 124720. A project may employ staff, and may purchase, rent, or lease supplies and equipment where required. A project may also rent or lease land and buildings where required. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  197. 124745.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The department must make semiannual grant payments to a grantee, but only when funds are available and specified budget, request, and report conditions are met.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Health Services and Development Projects [124700 - 124745] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124745. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the department shall, to the extent that funds are available, provide to a grantee semiannual prospective payments during a 12-month fiscal year. (b) An amount equal to not more than 50 percent of the total grant shall be processed for payment to the grantee following the enactment of the annual Budget Act, and upon formal execution of the grant by the state. The processing by the department of the grantee’s first semiannual prospective payment shall also be contingent upon both of the following: (1) A written request for payment from the grantee. (2) Except as provided in this paragraph, the third quarter progress budget and expenditure report. If the grantee is currently under the first fiscal year of a three-year multiple grant, this requirement shall not apply as a condition for the grantee’s first semiannual prospective payment. If the grantee is currently under the second or third fiscal year of a three-year, multiple-year grant, the department’s processing of the first semiannual prospective payment for the current grant year shall be contingent upon the grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval of, the third quarter progress and budget expenditure report from the previous grant year. (c) Based upon the grantee’s timely and accurate submission of the first quarterly progress and budget expenditure report from the grant year, and satisfactory performance under the grant, the processing of a second semiannual prospective payment of not more than 40 percent of the total grant shall be processed by the department for payment to a grantee no earlier than January 1 during the term of the grant year. The processing of the grantee’s second semiannual prospective payment by the department shall be contingent upon all of the following: (1) A written request for payment from the grantee. (2) The grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval, of the first quarterly progress and budget expenditure report. (3) If the grantee is currently under the second or third fiscal year of a three-year, multiple-year grant, the grantee’s timely and accurate submission, and the department’s approval, of the fourth quarterly progress and budget expenditure report, and the annual reconciliation report, from the prior year. (d) An amount equal to 10 percent of the total grant award shall be retained by the department, pending satisfactory submission by the grantee of all quarterly progress and budget expenditure reports and an annual reconciliation report for the grant year. Payment of the withheld 10 percent shall be processed by the department for payment to the grantee upon the grantee’s satisfactory completion and submission, and the department’s approval, of these reports. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 744, Sec. 9. Effective October 10, 1999. Operative July 1, 2000, by Sec. 10 of Ch. 744.)
  198. 124750.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Coordination of Rural Health Programs [124750 - 124785] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The director must coordinate state rural health efforts and related programs to reduce duplication and use scarce medical resources effectively.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Coordination of Rural Health Programs [124750 - 124785] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124750. The director shall ensure the coordination of state efforts in rural health in order to maximize effective use of scarce medical resources and to coordinate efforts to provide health services through the California Health Services Corps and health services development projects with existing program resources, including, but not limited to, migrant health programs, American Indian health programs, contract county health services programs, the National Health Service Corps, and other related programs administered by the department to ensure minimal duplication and maximum effectiveness. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  199. 124760.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Coordination of Rural Health Programs [124750 - 124785] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission must establish a plan to coordinate rural family practice residencies and other health sciences education programs with related health services.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Coordination of Rural Health Programs [124750 - 124785] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124760. The California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission shall establish a plan that integrates family practice residencies and other health sciences education programs established in rural areas pursuant to Article 8 (commencing with Section 31910) of Chapter 5 of Division 5 of Division 22 of the Education Code with the health services provided pursuant to Article 3 (commencing with Section 124700). (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 582, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  200. 124765.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Coordination of Rural Health Programs [124750 - 124785] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. )

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    The California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission must designate the rural areas in California where there is an unmet priority need for medical services, working with the department’s Rural Health Section.

    ## Health and Safety Code - HSC ## DIVISION 106. PERSONAL HEALTH CARE (INCLUDING MATERNAL, CHILD, AND ADOLESCENT) [123100 - 125850] ( Division 106 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## PART 4. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE [124400 - 124945] ( Part 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## CHAPTER 5. Rural Health Services Development [124600 - 124785] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Coordination of Rural Health Programs [124750 - 124785] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 8. ) ## 124765. The California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission, in coordination with the Rural Health Section of the department, shall designate the geographical rural areas within California where unmet priority need for medical services exists. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 582, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 2004.)

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