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Challenges of Inclusive Coverage for Gender-Affirming Care in California's State Medicaid program
This chapter discusses the complexities of inclusive coverage for gender-affirming care in California's State Medicaid program, Medi-Cal. It explores the limitations and delays in accessing bottom surgery and the significant financial burden placed on individuals due to the requirement of hair removal before surgery. The chapter also highlights the impact of managed care and the limited number of providers available for hair removal surgery.