CalOptima’s termination of contracts with four Orange County hospitals exacerbates the strain on an already overwhelmed health care system. This decision limits care options for up to 940,000 residents, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities. Reduced access leads to longer wait times, compromised outcomes, and heightened risks for patients, especially unhoused and low-income individuals.
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