HealthNet
Health Net, represented by Community Liaisons Ariana Phillips and Anisha Land, serves as a Medi-Cal Managed Care Plan committed to supporting members with mild to moderate behavioral health needs, particularly during the perinatal period. Operating in regions including Sacramento, Yolo, and Momo Counties, Health Net provides access to outpatient mental health services, care management programs, and comprehensive case coordination.
Their presentation highlighted the unique behavioral health split in Medi-Cal, the importance of routine screenings during pregnancy, and their targeted support programs like Start Smart for Your Baby and Behavioral Health Case Management.
These initiatives aim to ensure timely screenings, referrals, and wraparound services for pregnant and postpartum individuals, with a focus on improving health outcomes for both mothers and newborns.
Key Services Offered
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Outpatient therapy
Medication management
Psychological and neuropsych testing
ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) services
24/7 crisis line
Case management (as needed)
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A specialized case management initiative to support pregnant and postpartum members with:
Monthly check-ins via phone throughout pregnancy and postpartum
Comprehensive assessments including the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
Behavioral health resource referrals based on screening results
Coordination of care for both physical and mental health needs
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Serves members telephonically with support for 90–120 days
Includes PHQ-9 depression screenings
Helps members connect with therapists, psychiatrists, or county services depending on needs
Offers interdisciplinary care team (ICT) coordination when physical health and mental health needs intersect
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Collaborates with county systems of care to determine the appropriate level of service based on symptom severity
(County handles specialty care; Health Net handles mild-to-moderate care)Referrals can be initiated by providers, members, or health plan staff through fax or email
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Members are flagged via a Notification of Pregnancy (NOP) form
NOP submission includes risk factors, due dates, and contact information
Triggers enrollment into SSFB and possible further assessment
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Depression screenings during OB or primary care visits
Follow-up and coordination with county services or health providers based on screening scores
Shared presentations and toolkits available post-meeting, including doula resource flyers
