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This document outlines a request for an appropriation modification to transfer $50,000,000 from the General Fund to the Valley Health Plan (VHP) to maintain the minimum Tangible Net Equity threshold set by the State. The transfer is necessary due to changes in claim processing requirements and increasing cash outflows for claims. The recommended action is expected to have no impact on children, seniors, or sustainability. Failure to approve the request may result in VHP not meeting cash flow requirements.
Key points
- Request for appropriation modification to transfer $50,000,000 to Valley Health Plan.
- Transfer necessary to maintain minimum Tangible Net Equity threshold.
- Changes in claim processing requirements have increased cash outflows.
- No impact on children, seniors, or sustainability.
- Consequences of negative action include inability to meet cash flow requirements.
Limitations
- The document appears to be a draft as it includes placeholders and lacks finalization details.
- The specific date of the Board of Supervisors meeting is mentioned but not confirmed as final.
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County of Santa Clara Finance Agency Administration 129261 DATE: June 23, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Olaiya, Director of Finance Victoria Phan, Acting Chief Executive Officer SUBJECT: Appropriation Modification for Transfer of Monies to the Valley Health Plan RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Request for Appropriation Modification No. 157 - $50,000,000 transferring funds from the General Fund to Valley Health Plan in order to maintain minimum Tangible Net Equity threshold set by the State. (4/5 Vote) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS The General Fund assets will be reduced by $50 million. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION AND BACKGROUND Prior to 2026, VHP was required to pay, contest, or deny complete claims within 45 working days. On April 1, 2025, the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) issued All-Plan Letter 25-007 (AB 3275 Guidance-Claim Reimbursement) which required VHP to pay, contest, or deny complete claims within 30 calendar days of receipt beginning January 1, 2026. This decrease in the claim processing turnaround time to meet this new requirement is expected to have a mid-term impact on VHP’s cash position. VHP continues to experience an increase in cash outflow for claims...