It is the intent of the Legislature that the Department of Corrections operate in the most cost-effective and efficient manner possible when purchasing health care services for inmates. To achieve this goal, it is desirable that the department have the benefit and experience of the California Medical Assistance Commission in planning and negotiating for the purchase of health care services. The Department of Corrections shall consult with the commission to assist the department in planning and negotiating contracts for the purchase of health care services. California Medical Assistance Commission dissolved on June 30, 2012 (Cal. Welf. & Inst. Code § 14165). The Director of Health Care Services has taken upon all powers, duties, and responsibilities of the commission.