Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid public health insurance program. Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost medical services for children and adults with limited income (and limited resources for some Medi-Cal programs). It is supported by federal and state taxes. Effective January 1, 2014, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded Medi-Cal coverage to previously ineligible adults (childless, non-disabled, non-elderly).
What services are covered by Medi-Cal?
Outpatient (ambulatory) services
Emergency services
Hospitalization
Maternity and newborn care
Mental health and substance use disorder services, including behavioral health treatment
Prescription drugs
Rehabilitative and habilitative services/devices (physical and occupational therapy)
Laboratory services
Preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management
Certain adult dental services
Pediatric services, including dental and vision care
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