Personalized care for Medi-Cal members

Enhanced Care Management

Enhanced Care Management (ECM) is a free Medi-Cal benefit that helps people with complex health and social needs get the care they deserve. Through ECM, you can get support with medical care, mental health, housing, and other services, all coordinated by a team that works with you.

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What can ECM do for me?

If you qualify for ECM, you will have your own care team, including a lead care manager. This person will coordinate with your health care providers, pharmacists, schools, social service providers, and other support staff, to ensure everyone is working together to meet your needs.

ECM services include:

Finding appropriate doctors and scheduling appointments
Seamless coordination of care among providers
Coordinating medications to ensure access
Facilitating smooth transitions to prevent unnecessary hospital visits
Providing access to essential services like transportation, food, housing, mental health, substance use support, and regional center services
Advocating for access to educational resources such as tutoring, daycare, and after-school programs

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Enhanced Care Management - Birth Equity Program

The Enhanced Care Management (ECM) — Birth Equity Program is a Medi-Cal benefit that targets racial and ethnic health disparities and ensures pregnant and postpartum individuals get the care they need for a healthy pregnancy and beyond. We provide personalized support to improve access to high-quality care and create a better birthing experience.

Each eligible member is matched with a dedicated care team, including a Lead Care Manager (LCM), who works closely with you, your healthcare providers, and community partners.

We help you:

Create a personalized care plan based on your health, pregnancy, and everyday needs
Coordinate your care across medical, mental health, and maternal health services
Connect with trusted providers like doulas, lactation consultants, and maternal health specialists
Get to your appointments with transportation support
Manage your medications safely
Access community resources for housing, food, and baby essentials
Make healthy lifestyle choices with one-on-one coaching and support
Keep your family and caregivers involved so everyone stays informed and supported

Getting started is easy. You can:

Self-refer by completing the form below.
Call us directly at (310) 895-2310 to speak with a care team member who can walk you through the next steps

We’re here to make sure your pregnancy journey is supported every step of the way—with care that centers you, your family, and your community.

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Do I qualify?

If you're enrolled in a Medi-Cal managed care plan, you may qualify for Enhanced Care Management. We support both adults and children who need extra help getting connected to care and services.

Populations we support include:

People experiencing homelessness
People who frequently use the ER or hospital
People living with serious mental illness or substance use challenges
People at risk of needing long-term care
People transitioning out of a nursing facility
Children and youth involved in the child welfare system
Pregnant and postpartum individuals at risk for health complications

Didi Hirsch is a contracted ECM provider for the following managed care plans: LA Care, Molina, and Healthnet.

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Enhanced Care Management referral form

If you or someone you know could benefit from Enhanced Care Management services, please complete the referral form below. A member of our care team will review the information and follow up to see how we can help. We welcome referrals from individuals, family members, providers, and community organizations.