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COVID-19 Updates & Alerts for Providers

Questions and Answers for California Wellcare Providers

Due to the rapidly changing environment as a result of COVID-19, the information included in this section is intended to serve as a guide for COVID-19-related information. This information and guidance is in response to the current state of COVID-19 and is subject to change, and may be retired at a future date. Unless stated otherwise, special coverage and waivers stated herein expire when the public emergency period ends. This section shall be updated as new information and guidance becomes available; however, providers should continue to refer to the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) websites for the most up-to-date information.

Please refer to the sections below for current plan information regarding COVID-19 vaccines and guidance.

Updated August 10, 2023

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COVID 19 - General Information

  • COVID-19 Testing and Screening, Billing and Treatment Information (updated)

Information throughout the FAQs has been updated to reflect current guidance and information.

COVID-19 Therapeutic and Vaccine FAQs

What you need to know about current treatment

Communications & Resources

Stay informed on the latest news and help for you and your patients

COVID-19 General Information

What's covered, how to bill for treatment, telehealth guidance, and more


Historical Information

COVID-19 content that may be retired or no longer relevant to the public health emergency

COVID-19 Therapeutic and Vaccine FAQS - What you need to know about current treatment

COVID-19 General Information - What's covered, how to bill for treatment, telehealth guidance, and more