# How to Talk to Health Plans for Mental Health Coverage.

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Podcast: [Value Based Care Advisory (VBCA) Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/value-based-care-advisory-vbca-podcast-3987193)
Published: 2021-06-05T08:37:00+00:00
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## Resource

California Governor Gavin Newsom on September 25 signed Senate Bill 855, Health coverage: mental health or substance use disorders, into law. The law increases health and disability insurers' coverage obligations for mental health and addiction diagnosis, prevention, and treatment in the state.

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