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What Is Medi-Cal?

Medi-Cal is a public health care program available for individuals, families, children and pregnant individuals. Medi-Cal offers free or low-cost health coverage for California residents who meet eligibility requirements. It uses federal poverty level limits of the current year to determine eligibility for its programs. If you’re eligible for Medi-Cal through the State of California may be able to enroll with the Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley.

How much will I pay?

Medi-Cal with Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley is free for families who qualify. There are no monthly premiums or co-pays.

Program Benefits

• Doctor visits
• Pregnancy and well-baby care
• Interpreters to assist non-English speakers
• 24-hour nurse advice line
• Health education programs and services
• Prescription drugs
• Hospital care
• Alcohol/drug abuse services*
• Vision care
• Mental health services*
• Emergency room care
• Shots (immunizations) and more

*Some services are not covered by the Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley but are still benefits. We will help you get these services.

Medi-Cal 101 Brochure

Download this brochure to learn more about Medi-Cal.

Medi-Cal Expansion

 ANY QUALIFIED ADULT 26-49 CAN NOW GET MEDI-CAL THROUGH COMMUNITY HEALTH PLAN OF IMPERIAL VALLEY 

Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley will offer Medi-Cal benefits to all Californians despite their immigration status (living in the United States as a legal resident or not), starting January 1, 2024.