We’re dedicated to a future in which every Californian has access to high-quality health coverage. Already, 94% of Californians have some form of health coverage. We’re focused on bridging the gap to achieve 100% coverage, also known as universal coverage.

We support expanding health coverage to all Californians by building on what works, like strengthening Covered California, making Medi-Cal available to more people, and tackling things that make health care expensive, such as the cost of prescription drugs.

Our work toward universal coverage also includes an agreement with the state to expand our geographic presence in Medi-Cal and the number of enrollees we serve

We’re making mental health and addiction treatment more accessible for everyone in California.

Since 2020, have spent over $1.1 billion to improve our mental health services.

We hired nearly 600 new therapists and expanded our network to include more community therapists.

We will continue to grow and diversify our mental health workforce. We’ll also continue to promote policies that ensure people have access to high-quality mental health and addiction care that is safe, timely, effective, equitable, and patient-centered.

We’ve also invested $195 million in new clinics, with 329 new offices for mental health professionals.

We’re concerned about the high cost of prescription drugs and how it affects our members.

We provide safe, effective medication at a good value by:

• Using the most current, evidence-based research to choose the drugs we cover
• Negotiating prices
• Using generic and biosimilar drugs
• Keeping track of safety and outcomes

As a health plan, provider, and pharmacy in one, we have a diverse perspective on the prescription drug marketplace. This informs and shapes our approach to public policy, with a clear focus on making prescription medications safer, more effective, and more affordable for everyone.

Helping our members and communities thrive is core to our mission. It’s part of everything we do — from promoting equity in education and the workplace to working toward ending systemic racism to supporting policies aimed at preventing youth vaping.

Join us in shaping a healthier future for California. At Kaiser Permanente, our dedicated care, comprehensive services, and community partnerships are designed to empower our members and strengthen communities. Together, we can achieve lasting health and wellness across the state.