In the last few years, a budget deal has been driven by the state's issuance of IOUs for various vendors. In the meantime, some Medi-Cal providers like non-pharmacy DME and medical supply providers have not been paid for the last several weeks and won't be until a budget is approved.

The Controller's report of better than projected revenues in the last month may remove pressure on the Legislature to reach a speedy budget resolution. "For the time being, Californians will be spared the pain and expense of a second round of IOUs," said Controller Chiang. "But the budget gridlock continues to harm thousands of Californians while hampering our economic recovery. The Governor and Legislature should not view this short reprieve as an invitation to break the budget deadlock record."

CAMPS suggests that you contact your local Assemblyman and Senator to let them know the stress this places on your company's and your ability to provide important healthcare services. Budget discussions do continue on a sporadic basis but it's likely they will break the historical record on the latest date for budget adoption, which is next week. 

Find your Legislative Representatives:  www.senate.ca.gov or www.assembly.ca.gov.