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California Health Benefits Review Program
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Research organization based out of the University of California that provides independent, neutral, evidence-based analyses of the proposed legislation related to health benefits.
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New Nuts and Bolts from CHBRP detailing Medi-Cal Program Updates: 2025-26 State Budget Influences. Check out the crucial changes that could impact your healthcare! 💼📈
https://loom.ly/ZPNEOFk
#MediCal #HealthcareUpdates #BudgetImpact
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November 12, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Livening up this Monday with evidence of our meetings last week with stakeholders in Sacramento. Please reach out if you'd like to chat health policy! Note: no policy discussions were interfered with in the creation of these photos.
#WorkBesties #CALeg #HealthPolicy #HealthInsurance #Sacramento
November 10, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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🚨 Critical Medi-Cal Update 🚨
Changes are coming to Medi-Cal starting January 1, 2026. Stay informed! Links to info referenced here: https://loom.ly/ryI5ggc

#MediCal #Healthcare #Immigration #UIS

A background with blue gradient announces information on Medi-Cal expansion freeze. States that starting 1/1/2026, new applicants to Medi-Cal with unsatisfactory immigration status and who are not pregnant or postpartum will only be eligible for restricted scope Medi-Cal A table comparing full scope and restricted scope Medi-Cal A list of information from the Department of Health Care Services on unsatisfactory immigration status and Medi-Cal eligibility.
November 7, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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CHBRP has unveiled a new Nuts and Bolts infographic about California's proposed 2027 essential health benefits benchmark plan! 🌟
Discover how this plan could affect you. 🏥🔧
https://loom.ly/ZPNEOFk
#HealthBenefits #California #EHB #Infographic
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November 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Part 2 of the previous post! Do you research and enroll asap!

#HealthInsurance #OpenEnrollment
November 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Reminder: open Enrollment is here! Ensure you have the health, vision, and dental coverage you need for 2026. Swipe for quick facts on key deadlines and options for obtaining insurance outside this period.
#OpenEnrollment #HealthInsurance #EnrollmentSeason
November 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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We’re getting into the spirit of things! 😉 Legislation may be complicated, but you don't need to worry because CHBRP has it under wraps! Wishing you a wonderfully eerie and Happy Halloween! 🕸️

#HappyHalloween #SpookySeason #CHBRP
October 31, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Before the excitement and chaos of Halloween comes, take a moment to treat yourself and relax! While you're at it, check out what we've been doing at CHBRP the past few months. 😎
https://loom.ly/WtLDHE0
#LightReading #FallVibes #Autumn #Newsletter
October 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Join CHBRP staff at UC Davis' Science for Health Policy Summit to discover how science influences health policy! Hear insights from researchers and notable figures like former US Health Secretary Xavier Becerra. Don't miss out!
Register here: https://loom.ly/WGUs8wc #HealthPolicy #Science #UCdavis
October 27, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Expecting a baby or recently gave birth? Learn more about your options for best support for you and your child!

Source:
Healthcare.gov - Health coverage if you're pregnant, plan to get pregnant, or recently gave birth
Coveredca.com - Medi-Cal for Pregnancy

#gavebirth #medical #expectingababy
October 17, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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While you're waiting for your favorite team's next game in the World Cup qualifiers, check out the final outcomes of all the bills CHBRP analyzed in 2025. See the full details on our website!

https://loom.ly/fmjYNmM

#CALeg #CHBRP #HealthPolicy #Final
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October 14, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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In recognition of #WorldMentalHealthDay2025, CHBRP published a new explainer on California's mental health parity laws. Now, let's take a moment to unwind and imagine being at this beach.
https://loom.ly/_KiSWMY
#MentalHealthAtWork #MentalHealthMatters
October 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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CHBRP reconnected with members of its Cost Team last week to strategize about 2026 and more. We were so excited about it that we forgot to take pics! 🤦‍♀️ Big thanks to all who joined and to our fantastic hosts at UCLA Center for Health Policy Research!
#CHBRP #worktravel #teamwork #strategies
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October 7, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Great win for evidence-based policymaking in California with the signing of #SB439!

Huge thanks to Sen. Weber Pierson, Asm. Mia Bonta, Sen. Caroline Menjivar, and everyone who utilizes our work. Special shoutout to the UC SGR team—this achievement was a team effort!

#CALeg #HealthPolicy #CHBRP
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October 4, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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Mark your calendar! Renewal season is almost here, starting October 15. Current Covered California enrollees, we’re here to help you review your choices and find the coverage that best fits your needs.

#HealthInsurance #ComparePlans #HealthCoverage #CoveredCA
October 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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#s 4 and 5!
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September 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Holiday season is almost here. Make sure to prioritize your health!! Open enrollment has started for some employers and is right around the corner for other entities! Here are some basics to know as you make your choice.
#OpenEnrollment #Health #CoveredCA #Coverage #GetCovered #EnrollNow
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September 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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We want to take a moment to celebrate our two favorite pharmacists, Marilyn Stebbins and Jonathan Watanabe! You make CHBRP's work stronger, busy season more fun, and are inspiring leaders in healthcare. We love and appreciate you!! #WorldPharmacistsDay #ThinkHealthThinkPharmacist #Pharmacist #Royals
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September 25, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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Part 2! Major changes are coming to healthcare policy. Learn how HR-1 is transforming California's Medicaid landscape! Stay informed and engaged! Also available as an infographic on our website. https://loom.ly/ZPNEOFk #hr1 #healthcarepolicy #policy #engage

Source:
chhs.ca.gov
KFF.org
September 24, 2025 at 11:58 PM
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Major changes are coming to healthcare policy. Learn how HR-1 is transforming California's Medicaid landscape! Stay informed and engaged! Also available as an infographic on our website. https://loom.ly/ZPNEOFk #hr1 #healthcarepolicy #policy #engage

Source:
chhs.ca.gov
KFF.org
September 24, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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Taking some time between conferences to reflect on the annual gathering held by the Goldman School of Public Policy. Always great to learn from and connect with inspirational leaders in policy!

#GSPP #healthpolicy #publicpolicy #conferenceseason #CHBRP
September 23, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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We've updated our "Status of Bills" page to "Amendments and Analysis Updates" based on stakeholder feedback. Bookmark this page to stay informed on how CHBRP analyses evolve with amends to your favorite bills.

https://loom.ly/fmjYNmM

#newnamewhodis #CHBRP #CAleg #healthpolicy #change #updates
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September 22, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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We are so grateful for all of the work that @Abby and @Srinidhi did for us this summer! Thank you for taking the time to be part of our team and grow with us. We're happy that Abby will be staying on with us a little longer, and wish Srinidhi all the best!

#SummerInterns #CHBRP #BrightFutures
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September 22, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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Not all plans are created equal. Know what's covered, and what's not. #WorkCoverage #CHBRP #HealthPlan
September 19, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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One ER visit without insurance? That bill could be $3,000 or more. Get covered.

Sources:
Healthcare.gov -- Getting emergency care
Healthcare.gov -- Health benefits & coverage

#HealthPolicy #HealthLiteracy #Coverage
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September 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM