Evaluation of New and Existing Technologies

L.A. Care follows changes and advances in health care by studying new treatments, medicines, procedures and devices. This is also called “new technology.”

L.A. Care follows new technology to be sure members have access to safe and effective care. L.A. Care reviews new technology for medical and mental health procedures, pharmaceuticals, and devices.

Requests to review a new technology may come from a member, practitioner, organization, L.A. Care’s physician reviewers, or other staff.