""Taken together, these developments affect our role and responsibilities as a provider participating in federal programs such as Medicaid and Medicare, which are essential to caring for children and families in our communities," Rady said, confirming that its decision also pertains to operations in Orange County."
""This was a very difficult decision, made to ensure we can continue serving all children and families across the communities we serve," Rady said."
Rady Children's Hospital notified families that it will stop offering direct medical gender-affirming care, including interventions, procedures, and prescriptions, and will limit services to counseling, mental health resources, and care coordination. The decision followed federal pressure that could strip the hospital of Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement if gender-affirming care continues. The change affects Rady's operations including those in Orange County after its merger with Children's Hospital of Orange County in early 2025. TransFamily Support Services reported families feel devastated and described the move as premature. Many children's hospitals are pulling back amid federal actions and legal challenges involving states and HHS.
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