The Pharmacy Benefit Manger (PBM) registration process has ended and the DMHC is no longer registering PBMs. The Department established a new PBM licensing process, and all PBMs, as defined by Health and Safety Code section 1385.001, must be licensed with the Department by January 1, 2027, to engage in the business as a PBM for a payer in the state of California. All currently registered PBMs are required to apply for a new PBM license with the DMHC. PBM license applications were due on July 1, 2026. If you are a PBM and have not submitted a new PBM application for licensure with the Department, please submit one as soon as possible.
For more information on how to apply for a PBM license, see Pharmacy Benefit Manager Licensing and All Licensee Letter (ALL) 26-010. Additional questions or concerns regarding PBM licensure or ALL 26-010 should be directed to the Office of Plan Licensing at 916-324-9046 or at pbm.licensing@dmhc.ca.gov.