AB636 would make diapers a Medi-Cal benefit for children over three with incontinence and under 21 needing EPSDT treatment.

AB636 would add diapers as a Medi-Cal benefit for children over three diagnosed with conditions causing incontinence and for those under 21 needing treatment under Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) standards. The Medi-Cal department must seek federal approvals and update the provider manual to implement these changes, contingent on legislative appropriation.

AB636 would make diapers a Medi-Cal benefit for children over three with incontinence and under 21 needing EPSDT treatment.

AB636 would add diapers as a Medi-Cal benefit for children over three diagnosed with conditions causing incontinence and for those under 21 needing treatment under Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) standards. The Medi-Cal department must seek federal approvals and update the provider manual to implement these changes, contingent on legislative appropriation.