Users' questions

What is the difference between covered California and Medi-Cal?

What is the difference between covered California and Medi-Cal?

Medi-Cal offers low-cost or free health coverage to eligible Californian residents with limited income. Covered California is the state’s health insurance marketplace where Californians can shop for health plans and access financial assistance if they qualify for it.

When did Medi-Cal start in California?

1966
Medi-Cal, as a health insurance program, has been covering Californians who couldn’t afford health care since 1966. DHCS programs serve more than 11 million Californians.

What is the maximum income to qualify for Medi-Cal 2021?

$17,775
A single adult can earn up to $17,775 in 2021 and still qualify for Medi-Cal. A single adult with one dependent can earn up to $46,338 annually and the child will still be eligible for Medi-Cal.

Can I get emergency Medi-Cal?

Emergency Medi-Cal is only available for serious and sudden medical emergencies. No pre-payment will be required, however, the treatment will not be covered by Medi-Cal if a medical review team determines that there was no actual emergency.

What do you need to know about Medi Cal in California?

Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program that provides free or low cost medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources. Visit each topic​ below to learn more about the Medi-Cal process:

Where can I find contact information for Medi-Cal?

The Medi-Cal Contacts page of the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) website offers important contact information and Medi-Cal resources and health information for individuals, families, children with special medical conditions and seniors needing personal care.

Where can I find a dentist in Medi Cal?

You can find a Medi-Cal dentist on the Medi-Cal Dental Provider Directory. For more information on children’s dental services, visit the Medi-Cal Dental website. Pregnancy-related services

Is the Medi-Cal system status page updated?

The System Status page will be updated when the maintenance is completed. During the extended window, the Medi-Cal Point of Service (POS), Automated Eligibility Verification System (AEVS), Provider Telecommunications Network (PTN) and certain Transactions Services on the Medi-Cal Provider website may not be available.

Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program that provides free or low cost medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources. Visit each topic​ below to learn more about the Medi-Cal process:

You can find a Medi-Cal dentist on the Medi-Cal Dental Provider Directory. For more information on children’s dental services, visit the Medi-Cal Dental website. Pregnancy-related services

What is the TTY number for Medi Cal?

TTY Line: 1-800-896-2512. Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ( Except State Holidays and CA only) As a participant in the Medi-Cal program your feedback is important to us. If you are a member or provider and would like to tell us about a problem with access to care, please email us here.