What is Medi-Cal?

Medi-Cal is a state health program that offers no-cost or low-cost health coverage to California:

• Adults
• Seniors 
• Pregnant women
• Pregnant women
• Former foster youth up to age 26
• Families with children
• Persons with disabilities
• Children in foster care

Qualified people can enroll in Medi-Cal year-round. All children living in California that are able to get Medi-Cal can get Medi-Cal regardless of immigration status.

Check To See If You Qualify for Medi-Cal

• To find out if you and your family may be eligible based on income, use the Covered California Income Guidelines chart. Pregnant women, children, and disabled persons are allowed to have a higher income on the Federal Poverty Level scale and are urged to apply.

Learn How to Apply for Medi-Cal

• Visit the Department of Health Care Services website for a step-by step guide to applying for Medi-Cal click HERE!

• You can also visit, the Madera County Department of Social Services Healthcare page. if you need help with applying to Medi-Cal.

 Frequently Asked Questions About Medi-Cal

• Find answers for a specific question, a situation, on an individual, or a specific program at the  FAQs for Medi-Cal page.

 Medi-Cal members select the insurance provider of their choice. In Madera County there are two choices: Anthem Blue Cross of California or CalViva.

Once you enroll in Medi-Cal a provider will be appointed to you

To change your doctor, please contact Health Care Options (HCO) at (559) 675-2349 or (559) 675-2384. A representative will be available to assist with enrollment and general questions.