Enrollment & Eligibility

Medi-Cal Expansion for 50 Years & Older

Are you 50 years and older or will you be turning 50 years old in 2022?

Did you know that as of May 1st, 2022, adults 50+, who meet all requirements, including income level, may qualify for Full-Scope Medi-Cal regardless of their immigration status?

List of Medi-Cal Health Benefits

Full Scope Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost health care or coverage for:

  1.     Outpatient (Ambulatory) services
  2.     Emergency Services
  3.     Hospitalization
  4.     Mental Health
  5.     Prescription Drugs
  6.     Transportation
  7.     Podiatry
  8.     Physical therapy
  9.     Laboratory services
  10.   Prevention and wellness services and chronic disease management
  11.   Dental Care
  12.   In Home services and support
  13.   Vision (eyeglasses and hearing aids)

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I turn 50 after May 1st? 

Those who turn 50 at in May 2022, their full-scope coverage will go back to May 1, 2022. If an individual turns 50 after May 2022, their full-scope coverage will begin on the first day of their birthday month.

Will Medi-Cal impact my immigration status?

Medi-Cal enrollment does NOT count towards Public Charge or affect future immigration efforts.

What if I already have Restricted-Scope (emergency) Medi-Cal?

Individuals ages 50 or older on or after May 1, 2022, who are currently enrolled in Restricted-Scope (Emergency) Medi-Cal, will automatically transition to Full-Scope Medi-Cal on May 1st.  Individuals should have received a letter from the County Human Services office informing of the transition and new health benefits.

What if I receive an annual renewal packet from Medi-Cal?

Annual renewal packets from the County Human Services office must filled out and submitted by the deadline date in order to continue coverage and avoid a termination letter from Medi-Cal.

For more information call us at 707-939-6070 or email eligibility@svchc.org

Medi-Cal Expansion 50+

You may qualify to receive health coverage under the 2022 Medi-Cal expansion. Please fill out the form below if you would like a member of our Eligibility team to contact you to find out if you qualify

Interest Form

Are you 50 years old or older?(Required)
Name(Required)
How many people live in your household, including yourself?
What is your estimated annual income? (based on 138% FPL)
When is the best time to contact you via phone?

Disclaimer

Disclaimer Use of information disclaimer: This information is collected to assess if you are eligible for the Medi-Cal expansion program benefits. If you are deemed potentially eligible, the SVCHC eligibility team will reach out within 48 hours to assist you with completing your Medi-Cal enrollment application. SVCHC does not make the Medi-Cal determination however;SVCHC assists patients with submitting thier application for approval. Note: U.S. residency status is not required to receive Medi-Cal benefits.