Does Medical Cover Mental Health Referrals?
Does Medical Cover Mental Health Referrals? Medi-Cal beneficiaries enrolled in Medi-Cal Managed Care Plans (MCPs) may receive mental health services via their MCP, or specialty mental health services (SMHS) through their County Mental Health Plan (MHP) if they meet SMHS medical necessity criteria. Do I need referral for psychiatrist Medi-Cal? You do not need to