Since January 1, 2022, Medi-Cal members’ medicine benefits have mostly been managed by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) through their Medi-Cal Rx program. However, HPSM still covers PADs. These are medicines that providers give to patients at an office or clinic. Some PADs need to be pre-approved by HPSM.
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Peace of Mind With Advance Care Planning
Apr 16, 2026, 1:49 PM by Mat ThomasIn the event you become too sick or injured to make healthcare decisions for yourself, make sure those who care for you are aware of your medical wishes.
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Find a Provider — Use HPSM’s Online Directory
Apr 16, 2026, 1:20 PM by Mat ThomasLooking for a primary care provider, dentist, specialist, pharmacy, clinic or hospital? Use HPSM’s Provider Directory. It's easy and you can do it online!
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Your Yearly Well Visit Matters!
Apr 16, 2026, 2:09 PM by Mat ThomasEven when you feel healthy, a yearly checkup with your primary care provider is a good idea. There’s no cost for the well visit. HPSM covers it 100%, so schedule yours today!
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Medi-Cal Members: HPSM Still Covers Physician-Administered Drugs (PADs)
Jul 12, 2023, 2:34 PM
by Peggie Van