You can use DHCS’ find a provider form to help by following only three simple steps when you search by location:
- Select your program: Medi-Cal Managed Care or Cal MediConnect.
- Choose a provider type: Doctor, hospital, medical clinic or dentist/dental clinic.
- Search by location: Address, zip code or county.
Can I use Medi-Cal in another county?
You may apply for Medicaid in the state you move to. If you are moving to a new county in California, you also need to tell the county you live in or the county you are moving to. This is to make sure you keep getting Medi-Cal benefits. You should tell your local county office within 10 days of moving to a new county.
How do I change my Medi-Cal provider?
To change your medical plan, call Health Care Options at 1-800-430-4263 (TTY 1-800-430-7077). Or you can complete a Medi-Cal Choice Form.
Is Medi-Cal HMO or PPO?
Medi-Cal is health insurance for people with low incomes. Some counties have Medi-Cal Managed Care, in which the State contracts with HMO plans to provide health care services to Medi-Cal members.
Is CalOptima the same as Medi-Cal?
Medi-Cal — also known as Medicaid — is a public health insurance program for low-income people offered by the state. CalOptima provides health care coverage for Orange County residents who are eligible for full Medi-Cal.
Do all doctors accept Medi-Cal?
Although enrollment in California’s low-income health plan has surged in the last three years, fewer physicians are accepting these Medi-Cal patients, according to a new report. That means 40 percent of doctors provide 80 percent of Medi-Cal visits statewide.
Is Medi-Cal county specific?
Medi-Cal is California’s part of a national health coverage program called Medicaid. The state Medicaid programs are paid for with a combination of county, state, and federal money. You can think of Medi-Cal as a single program that you can qualify for in many different ways.
How long does it take to transfer Medi-Cal to another county?
4) Transferring Medi-Cal from one county to another can take up to 60 days.
How do I know if my Medi-Cal is active?
Call Medi-Cal Directly You can also check on your Medi-Cal status by calling the Medi-Cal hotline at (800) 541-5555. If you’re outside of California, call (916) 636-1980.
What are the two types of Medi-Cal?
This guidebook explains the two kinds of Medi-Cal: Regular Medi-Cal and Medi-Cal Health Plans.
Does Medi-Cal include dental?
Medi-Cal offers comprehensive preventative and restorative dental benefits to both children and adults. Restored benefits will include, for example: Laboratory processed crowns, posterior root canal therapy, periodontal services, and partial dentures, including denture adjustments, repairs, and relines.
Does Kaiser accept Medi-Cal?
Learn about Medi-Cal with Kaiser Permanente Kaiser Permanente participates in Medi-Cal in many counties. This means that, if you are a current Kaiser Permanente member and your situation changes, you may be able to keep your same doctor and continue your care with Kaiser Permanente if you qualify for Medi-Cal.
How to contact the Medi-CalFresh service center in Sacramento?
(916) 874-3100 or (209) 744-0499 (for those in 209 area code) Services provided by the Medi-CalFresh Service Center are for cases managed by Sacramento County only. If you are receiving only Medi-Cal and/or CalFresh benefits from the Department of Human Assistance, you no longer need to come to our offices.
Where can I find more information on Medi-Cal?
More information on Medi-Cal can be obtained from calling (209) 385-3000 or visiting your nearest Human Services Agency office. Automatic eligibility is established for recipients of cash assistance from the following programs:
When do you have to choose a Medi-Cal health plan?
When you first qualify for Medi-Cal, you are covered under Medi-Cal Fee-for-Service. However, you must choose a health plan within 30 days. If you do not choose a plan within 30 days, the State will choose a plan for you. If you find only one health plan, the county has chosen this plan for you.
What are my health plan options if I live in San Benito?
If you live in San Benito County, there is only one health plan available and you may enroll in this health plan. However, you may also choose to stay in Fee-For-Service Medi-Cal. Please choose your county below to find your health plan options.
