§ 14132.76. — 14132.76. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 814, Sec. 3.)

California § 14132.76.

• Jurisdiction: California
• Code WIC: Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC
• Div. 9.: DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
• Part 3.: PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
• Ch. 7.: CHAPTER 7. Basic Health Care
• Art. 4.: ARTICLE 4. The Medi-Cal Benefits Program

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(a)
An individual who is determined to be eligible to receive hospice services prior to 21 years of age may continue to receive hospice services after 21 years of age when certified as eligible by a physician in accordance with section 1905(o) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 1396d(o)).
(b)
An individual who is determined to be eligible to receive palliative care services prior to 21 years of age may continue to receive medically necessary palliative care services after 21 years of age when determined to be eligible by the recipient’s treating health care provider.
(c)
The department shall seek any federal approvals it deems necessary to implement this section. This section shall be implemented only to the extent that any necessary federal
approvals are obtained and federal financial participation is available and not otherwise jeopardized.

Legislative History

Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 814, Sec. 3. (AB 847) Effective January 1, 2024.