Eligibility

Individuals listed below may qualify for Medi-Cal:

• Adults ages 19-64 whose income is at or below 138% of the FPL:  Expanded Medi-Cal
• Under 19
• 65 or older
• Blind
• Disabled
• Pregnant
  
• Diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer
• In a skilled nursing or intermediate care facility
• Parent or caretaker relative of a child under 21

You may be eligible for Medi-Cal if you receive cash assistance under one of the following programs:

• SSI/SSP (Supplemental Security Income/State Supplemental Program)
• CalWORKs (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids). Previously called Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC)
• Refugee Assistance
• Foster Care or Adoption Assistance Program.

For more information on Medi-Cal eligibility and benefits please see My Medi-Cal: How to Get the Health Care You Need - PUB 68 (pdf).