Motion would send $7.4 million to state to draw federal Medi-Cal match for LAFD ambulances
The city would transfer about $7 million by November 20, 2026, expected to return roughly $4 million in net revenue.
The Fire Department would send up to $7.4 million to the state Department of Health Care Services to unlock federal Medicaid matching funds for emergency medical and ambulance transport services, with about $4 million in net revenue expected back. Councilmember John S. Lee introduced the motion, which was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee.
What happens next
Transfer to the state due by November 20, 2026 if approved · Nov 20
Named in this record
- John S. Lee 5
- Los Angeles Fire Department 23
- California Department of Health Care Services 2
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
- Budget and Finance Committee 15
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