California AB1949 amends Medi-Cal to cover up to 24 acupuncture visits per beneficiary per calendar year.

California AB1949 amends Medi-Cal to cover up to 24 acupuncture visits per beneficiary per calendar year. Additional acupuncture visits may be authorized based on medical necessity. The bill also specifies that this coverage does not limit coverage for beneficiaries under 21 years of age who are entitled to Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment services. The Medi-Cal program will cover acupuncture subject to utilization controls and the availability of federal financial participation.

California AB1949 amends Medi-Cal to cover up to 24 acupuncture visits per beneficiary per calendar year.

California AB1949 amends Medi-Cal to cover up to 24 acupuncture visits per beneficiary per calendar year. Additional acupuncture visits may be authorized based on medical necessity. The bill also specifies that this coverage does not limit coverage for beneficiaries under 21 years of age who are entitled to Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment services. The Medi-Cal program will cover acupuncture subject to utilization controls and the availability of federal financial participation.