Medi-Cal

Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost health insurance for eligible individuals.
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Check Your Medi-Cal Eligibility

We'll help determine whether you qualify for Medi-Cal or other affordable insurance options.

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Apply for Medi-Cal

You can apply for Medi-Cal year-round by following the steps to submit your application.

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Select a Medi-Cal Health Care Plan

Choose a health plan to access your Medi-Cal coverage and other benefits.

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Renew Your Medi-Cal Coverage

Find out how to maintain your coverage without interruption.

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Medi-Cal News

Medi-Cal continues to cover abortion services
Abortion remains legal in California despite the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing states to restrict or ban abortion. If you have Medi-Cal, you can still go to any provider for abortion services at any time, and for any reason. 

Full-scope Medi-Cal for older adults and immigrants
Full coverage is now available to eligible adults age 50 and over, regardless of immigration status. Learn more
 

Changed your contact information in the past 2 years?  
To keep your Medi-Cal, update us by calling (415) 558-4700 or email SFMedi-Cal@sfgov.org. 

Medi-Cal increases asset limits starting in July 2022
Medi-Cal asset limit for people who are 65 or older or disabled will increase. The new limits are $130,000 for one person, and an additional $65,000 for each additional family member. Assets include bank accounts, cash, second vehicles and homes, and other financial resources.  View details or call us at (415) 558-4700 for more information. 

Extended pregnancy benefits 
Anxious or depressed during or after your pregnancy but no longer have 60-day pregnancy coverage? You may qualify to keep your Medi-Cal pregnancy coverage for one year after the pregnancy, regardless of your immigration status. 

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FREE COVID-19 testing, treatment, and advice 
Uninsured or have Medi-Cal but not a regular doctor?  Contact Medi-Cal's free Medi-Nurse Line about COVID-19 related symptoms and referrals for free testing and treatment, regardless of income and immigration status.

Free & discounted services
If you receive CalFresh or other public benefits, you're eligible for the many free or steeply discounted museum admissions, utilities, transportation, kids' recreation activities, groceries, prepared meals, and legal services.  

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