Welf. & Inst. Code, § 14165.11 · Article 5.1. California Medical Assistance Commission
Welf. & Inst. Code, § 14165.11
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) It is the intent of the Legislature that the Department of Corrections operate in the most effective and efficient manner possible when purchasing health care services for inmates. To achieve this goal, it is desirable that the department have the benefit of the experience of the California Medical Assistance Commission in planning and negotiating for the purchase of health care services.
(b) The commission may work with the Department of Corrections to assist the department in planning and negotiating contracts for the purchase of health care services. The commission may either consult with the department or negotiate directly with providers on behalf of the department, as mutually agreed upon by the commission and the department.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 749, Sec. 10. Effective October 10, 1995.
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