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RxDC Report for 2024 Benefit Year for Commercial Sales

The No Surprises Act (NSA), part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA), requires group health plans and health insurance issuers to submit annual data on prescription drug and healthcare spending. This submission, known as the Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC) report, is collected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

The RxDC report encompasses information on prescription drug and health care spending, including premiums paid by members and employers, and is due annually by June 1 for the preceding calendar year.

For 2025, the report covering 2024 data was due by June 1, 2025.

• Health Net of California (Health Net) has successfully filed the 2024 RxDC report for both Small and Large Group plans, meeting the June 1, 2025, federal deadline.
• Health Net submitted all required data files (D1–D8). A Narrative Response was also provided.
• The Health Net submission reference number is: 39569.
• The PBM submission reference number is 44000.
• No further action is required from the employer groups.

If you want more information or have any questions, contact your Health Net Account Representative.

Childhood MMR Vaccination Rates Declining in US

Johns Hopkins University researchers found that 78% of US counties studied saw decreases in childhood measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) immunization rates from 2019 to 2024, with the average rate dropping from 93.92% to 91.26%. The decrease in MMR vaccinations coincides with a rise in cases of measles, with more than 1,000 reported this year in 32 states, the highest in five years according to the CDC.

Researchers also found that just four states -- California, Connecticut, Maine and New York -- had an increase in county-level vaccination rates.

"Measles outbreaks happen within a community, and so it's really important to understand vaccination coverage at a higher resolution than the state level," senior author Lauren Gardner, director of Johns Hopkins University's Center for Systems Science and Engineering, told ABC News.

"You could have a state level average that is around 95%, which looks pretty good and makes it seem like that state is protected but, in reality, you may have a situation where you have a group of counties with coverage around 100% and another group of counties with coverage that's 90% or below. So, you actually really have a lot at risk," she continued.

Members can get more information about Preteen Immunizations (9-12 years of age) on our Health Net Wellness page, or by accessing our Sharecare website.

For recommended vaccine timing by age, view the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force childhood immunization schedule.

Full Story: ABC News (6/2)

In the Community

Health Net and Centene Foundation Invest $7.2 Million to Expand Mobile Health Clinics Across California

Health Net and the Centene Foundation announced a $7.2 million investment to expand mobile health clinics across California, increasing access to care for underserved communities. The funding supports Health Net’s Mobile Outreach for Value, Equity and Sustainability (MOVES) (PDF) program, which brings preventive care, screenings, health education, and social services directly to neighborhoods in need.

“Mobile clinics are lifelines in underserved areas, overcoming transportation barriers and delivering care where people live and gather,” said Dorothy Seleski, Medi-Cal president at Health Net. Grants will support mobile clinic operations by local partners, including:

• AltaMed
• Community Medical Centers
• Kaweah Health
• Vision y Compromiso

These mobile units appear at parks, community events, and other public spaces, offering essential services while reducing time, cost, and logistical burdens for patients.

“Thanks to this grant, we’re removing obstacles and delivering care straight to the community,” said Ryan Gates, Chief Population Health Officer at Kaweah Health.

Beyond access, the initiative builds sustainable, community-rooted care models that strengthen trust, promote early intervention, and improve long-term health outcomes. Grant recipients are also encouraged to collaborate with local partners to address the full range of health and social needs.

“These clinics are more than vehicles—they’re gateways to healthier lives,” said Zoila D. Escobar of AltaMed.

Senator Susan Rubio (CA-22) added: “This investment delivers real solutions by bringing care where people work and live.”

Ongoing Commitment to Health Equity

This initiative builds on Health Net’s $158 million investment (2017–2024) in community-based healthcare. Recent efforts include:

• $3.5 million to expand staffing at MLK Community Medical Group
• $1 million to support L.A. communities impacted by wildfires
• Over $9 million to grow California’s physician workforce

Together, these actions reflect a strong, ongoing commitment to equity, resilience, and access throughout California.

Wellness

July Webinar: Wellness Tips While Traveling

Note: If clicking on the registration link does not work properly with your computer system, please register by copying & pasting the registration link into your browser.

Once the host approves your request, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the meetings. Please don't forget to add these instructions to your calendar.

Just For Fun

10 Fun Facts About the 4^th of July

Who doesn't love fireworks, bonfires, and barbecues? July 4th is full of fun, but how much do you know about this patriotic holiday? These interesting 4th of July facts are perfect for sharing with kids of all ages. They make a great mini history lesson at school or at home.

1. The Continental Congress voted for independence on July 2, 1776.
2. John Hancock was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776.
3. In 1781, Massachusetts became the first state to declare the 4th of July an official state holiday.
4. The Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is tapped 13 times every July 4th in honor of the original 13 colonies.
5. The Star Spangled Banner became the United States' national anthem in 1931.
6. Americans consume approximately 150 million hot dogs every July 4th.
7. There are more than 314 million people living in the United States today, but there were just 2.5 million in 1776.
8. On July 6, 1776, the Pennsylvania Evening Post became the first newspaper to print the Declaration of Independence.
9. There have been 27 versions of the U.S. flag.
10. Americans spend more than $1 billion on fireworks annually.

For more fun facts, visit We Are Teachers

Have a Safe and Happy 4^th of July Holiday!