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What Health Plan? CEO Statement on Trump Administration Executive Order

The Trump Administration calls the executive order a health plan, but the L.A. Care CEO says it is not a real plan.

CEO Statement on the Disruption of Postal Services

The U.S. Postal Service has been under assault, which threatens the health L.A. Care members and all Americans.

Statement of Principles on Social Justice and Systemic Racism

The Board of Governors of L.A. Care Health Plan releases the statement.

CEO Statement on 50 Years of Pride

June is Pride Month. While anniversary events have been cancelled, it is still important to remember. 

Without Federal Support, Health Care in California Will Suffer

L.A. CEO John Baackes says the next COVID-19 stimulus package must include efforts to stabilize Medicaid.

Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce

A Day to Celebrate – Millions Have Health Insurance Thanks to the ACA – Yet the Fight to Keep It Continues

L.A. Care CEO John Baackes details how the ACA has benefitted Americans,10 years after being signed into law.

Homeless Special Needs Plans for People Experiencing Homelessness

L.A. Care CEO John Baackes co-authors a JAMA Viewpoint article on the need for Medicare homeless needs plans. The link below takes you to the article.  

Physicians Must Speak Out on the Danger of Vaping

L.A. Care's Chief Medical Officer says the vaping epidemic which has proven deadly in recent weeks requires action.

CEO Statement on Court Ruling that Cuts Transgender Protections

L.A. Care CEO issued a statement expressing opposition to a court ruling that threw out transgender health care protections.

CEO Statement on Public Charge Final Rule

L.A. Care CEO John Baackes issues a statement in opposition to the newly released Trump Administration Public Charge Final Rule.