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Apply for health coverage in California

Apply for Medi-Cal and find county health coverage eligibility services.

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In California, 58 county departments publish 231 official links for this service, 116 of them online. Reviewed requirements cover availability notices (120), eligibility (116), accessibility (63), deadlines (58), appeals (3), documents (3), appointments (2) and processing time (1). 57 counties have a page for it below.

Before you start · 3 things to check
  • Choose your county for application and case help. Individual eligibility depends on programme rules and your circumstances.
  • Check your county renewal notice: some cases renew automatically; others need information by the stated due date.
  • Review current DHCS rules for 2026 and upcoming changes. Some county explanations still describe earlier eligibility rules.

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Showing 58 guides as a short list. Choose your county or type a city above to see each guide’s instructions, conditions and sources here.

County government · Alameda

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Alpine

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Amador

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Butte

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Calaveras

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Colusa

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Contra Costa

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Del Norte

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · El Dorado

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Fresno

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

Fresno County — Medi-Cal application and eligibility information (opens in a new tab)
County-specific Medi-Cal instructions

The county currently lists automated services only on Wednesdays; the staffed line is listed for Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Confirm before calling.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Glenn

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Humboldt

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Imperial

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Inyo

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Kern

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Kings

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Lake

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Lassen

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Los Angeles

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Madera

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Marin

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Mariposa

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Mendocino

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Merced

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Modoc

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Mono

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Monterey

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Napa

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Nevada

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Orange

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Placer

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Plumas

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Riverside

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Sacramento

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · San Benito

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · San Bernardino

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · San Diego

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

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County government · San Francisco

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · San Joaquin

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · San Luis Obispo

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · San Mateo

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Santa Barbara

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Santa Clara

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Santa Cruz

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Shasta

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Sierra

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Siskiyou

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Solano

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Sonoma

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

Sonoma County — Medi-Cal application and eligibility information (opens in a new tab)
County-specific Medi-Cal instructions

The county does not charge to process a Medi-Cal application or renewal.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Stanislaus

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

Stanislaus County — Medi-Cal application and eligibility information (opens in a new tab)
County-specific Medi-Cal instructions

The CSA Housing & Homeless Access Center at 912 D Street is listed for homeless customers only.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Sutter

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Tehama

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

Tehama County — Medi-Cal application and eligibility information (opens in a new tab)
County-specific Medi-Cal instructions

When calling the county main number for benefits, select menu option 3. The menu option is separate from the telephone number.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Trinity

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Tulare

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Tuolumne

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Ventura

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Yolo

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →
County government · Yuba

Social Services

Medi-Cal eligibility services

1 more service link
Review current and upcoming Medi-Cal changes — DHCS (opens in a new tab)
Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting January 1, 2027, some members will move to Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal. DHCS says this changes how care is received and does not mean the member pays for that care.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Medi-Cal — DHCS statewide guidance; individual case rules vary

Starting July 1, 2027, DHCS says dental benefits will change for certain members depending on immigration status. Emergency care and exception groups have different rules; check the current guidance.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Full guide, contact details & sources →

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