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Health Net Providing Special Assistance to Members and Providers Affected by Gann Fire in
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Health Net Providing Special Assistance to Members and Providers Affected by Gann Fire in Calaveras County News provided by Health Net, LLC Aug 11, 2026, 14:09 ET Share this article Share to X Share this article Share to X SACRAMENTO, Calif. Newsom's declaration of a State of Emergency in Calaveras County, Health Net ,
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Calaveras County News provided by Health Net, LLC Aug 11, 2026, 14:09 ET Share this article Share to X Share this article Share to X SACRAMENTO, Calif. Newsom's declaration of a State of Emergency in Calaveras County, Health Net , one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC ), is taking immediate action to support those affected by the Gann Fire. The company's priority is ensuring both its members and healthcare providers have the resources they need during this critical time. Member Prescription Information During a declared State of Emergency, impacted members have two options to secure an emergency supply of their medications: Members can fill their prescription at the original pharmacy if it is open. If the original pharmacy is not open, members can call Health Net at 1-800-400-8987 .
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disaster relief healthcare
A major health plan is stepping in to help patients and doctors get emergency medications after a wildfire in California. Investors watch these events because sudden disasters can temporarily change healthcare costs for insurance companies operating in the affected areas.
What changed
A state of emergency was declared in Calaveras County due to the Gann Fire, triggering emergency medical and prescription assistance from Health Net (Centene).
Who wins / who loses
Centene manages regional Medi-Cal plans in the impacted area, while regional property insurers and local businesses face direct disaster headwinds.
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The parent company of Health Net is handling emergency care, but this is standard procedure and unlikely to change its stock price much.
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- Broadening regional wildfire damage that escalates into multi-county insurance claims crises.
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