Our Viewpoint

Health Care Should Be More Than Just a Plastic Card in Your Wallet

This blog by L.A. Care's CEO explains why CalAim is a move in the right direction to improve quality of life and health outcomes.

Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce

Helping L.A. Care Be a Catalyst for Change: L.A. Care CEO Featured in ACAP Coffee Break Podcast

John Baackes discussed L.A. Care efforts to address members' social needs and how the state is now funding some of these efforts.

Podcast: John Baackes, CEO of L.A. Care Health Plan

In the podcast, John Baackes discusses the state of health care in Los Angeles and priorities moving forward. 

Becker's Hospital Review

L.A. Care Statement in Support of Eliminating Medi-Cal Premiums for Infants, Children and Pregnant Individuals

This would impact 702,000 Medi-Cal beneficiaries, many of whom cannot afford the premium.

Community-Based Doulas in Medicaid: The Next Step in Equitable Perinatal Services

Katrina Miller Parrish, MD, L.A. Care's Chief Quality and Information Executive co-authored the blog on doulas and Medicaid.

Institute for Medicaid Innovation

L.A. Care + Health Net Statement on the Decision by LAUSD to Require All Eligible Students to be Vaccinated

The two health plans stand ready to support the effort to get all eligible students get vaccinated against COVID-19.

With the ACA Safe From Attack, It’s Time to Improve the Landmark Legislation

L.A. Care CEO authors blog in support of a public option in the ACA all across the country. 

Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce

Health Care Beyond COVID-19: It’s Time to Get Back To Routine Care

L.A. Care's Chief Medical Officer stresses the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations and a return to routine care. 

Los Angeles Business Journal

L.A. Care Statement on Biden Administration’s Action to Increase Food Stamp Benefits for the First Time in 45 Years

SNAP benefits will increase by 25% starting October 1, and that will greatly benefit many L.A. Care members.

Now is the Time to Improve the Affordable Care Act

L.A. Care's CEO explains how the L.A. County health plan can show the country how to improve the ACA.

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