Californians are fortunate to have the strongest patients' rights laws in the nation. The DMHC is here to make sure these laws are followed and that all health plan members get the right care at the right time. Find out how in this section.
The people of the Department of Managed Health Care work toward an affordable, accountable and robust managed care delivery system that promotes healthier Californians.
Through leadership and partnership, the Department shares responsibility with everyone in managed care to ensure aggressive prevention and high quality health care, as well as cost-effective regulatory oversight.
Our Vision
To be nationally recognized health care policy experts and establish national benchmarks for Health Maintenance Organization regulation, policy, patient advocacy and consumer awareness.
