With the signing of Senate Bill 525, hourly pay increases for California healthcare workers took effect on June 1, 2024.
Here’s what you need to know about this new law:
- New Wages. Pay standards will rise to $25 per hour.
- Implementation. Starting in June and concluding in 2028, the bill will roll out through different timelines and wage requirements based on healthcare categories and facilities.
- Affected Workers. A wide range of healthcare professionals will receive increased pay, including internal medical billers, certified nursing assistants, patient aides, food service workers, and housekeeping staff.
- Employer Impact. Most healthcare employers will be required to adjust to these new wages.
- Intention. The bill is intended to attract and retain skilled workers at fair wages.
Whether you agree or disagree with this new bill, one thing is certain—your finances will be impacted. Offset your payroll increases through savings from outsourcing your billing. With our services, clinics and physicians can save up to $36,000 per year.
