There are many ways to qualify for Medi-Cal. Medi-Cal considers both your income and your medical problems. For information, call contact the following Department of Human Assistance Medi-Cal District Offices

 

 

For Other Medi-Cal Information

Can I get Medi-Cal if I am pregnant?
If you are pregnant and have a low income, you can apply for Emergency Medi-Cal. If you get Emergency Medi-Cal, services start right away. This means that you can get prenatal care. Call or visit a local clinic or hospital to apply. If you do not qualify for Medi-Cal, you may be able to get AIM. AIM stands for Access for Infants and Mothers. It is low-cost health care for pregnant women and their infants. To apply for AIM, call .

 

Can I get mental health care if I have Medi-Cal?
Yes. If you need mental health care, call your . You can also call the Medi-Cal Mental Health Care Ombudsman at .

 

 

E100 – East Sacramento Office
2700 Fulton Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95821
Telephone: :

Resources

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
Federal government agency with information on Medi-Cal (California's name for Medicaid)
www.cms.hhs.gov

 

Health Care Options
Help with enrolling in or leaving a Medi-Cal managed care plan
(many languages) (TTY)

 

Medi-Cal
State program with health care for people who qualify because of low or no incomes and/or costly disabilities
www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/default.aspx

 

Medi-Cal State Hearing
File an appeal if your health plan denies you the services you need (Spanish)

 

Medi-Cal Managed Care Ombudsman
Help if you have a problem you cannot solve with your health plan (many languages)

 

Medi-Cal Mental Health Care Ombudsman
Help with Medi-Cal mental health care services (many languages)