This resolution calls on Governor Newsom and the California State Budget Committee to reinstate the optional adult acupuncture benefit in Medi-Cal, which would cost approximately $5.4 million in the 2025-2026 fiscal year and $13.1 million annually thereafter. It aims to improve healthcare options for Medi-Cal recipients.
Resolution urging Governor Gavin Newsom and the California State Budget Committee to restore optional adult acupuncture benefit in Medi-Cal with an estimated cost of $5,400,000 in Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and ongoing $13,100,000 to the California State Budget.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the California State Budget Proposal Revision that eliminated the optional adult acupuncture benefit in Medi-Cal, prompting the San Francisco Board of Supervisors to advocate for its restoration.
The Governor's budget revision eliminated the optional adult acupuncture benefit in Medi-Cal, which was projected to save $5.4 million in Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and $13.1 million ongoing.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 294-25 urging the restoration of the optional adult acupuncture benefit in Medi-Cal, highlighting its importance for pain management and opioid use disorder treatment.
The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, which became effective without his approval due to the time limit set by the charter.
The Clerk transmitted the adopted resolution to Governor Newsom and relevant state legislative leaders, advocating for the restoration of the acupuncture benefit.
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