How can I get medical help with no money?
If you do not have health insurance, Covered California can help you determine if you qualify for Medi-Cal or federal subsidies, and can provide you with coverage options and plan costs. You can contact Covered California by phone at (800) 300-1506, TTY: (888) 889-4500 or by visiting their website at www.coveredca.com.
What to do if you can’t afford to see a doctor?
Try looking into free clinics in your area. If you are not eligible for your local free clinic or there is no clinic near you, you can call the nearest one ask them if there are other services available in your area. Try contacting Federally Qualified Health Centers in your area.
Who qualifies for emergency Medi Cal?
If your family has income at or below 138\% of the Federal Poverty Level, you may be eligible for Income-Based Medi-Cal. If you are aged or disabled, you may be eligible for Aged & Disabled Federal Poverty Level Medi-Cal.
How do I get emergency Medi Cal?
In the event you have a medical emergency before you find a doctor, contact 9-1-1 or go to the emergency room at your nearest hospital. Medi-Cal does cover emergency services for enrolled members, and if you show your BIC to emergency room staff, Medi-Cal will pay for the services you receive.
How do I contact Medi-Cal?
(800) 541-5555
(800) 541-5555 Medi-Cal Members and Providers: If you have a question, need help, or need to report a problem, please call (800) 541-5555 (outside of California, please call (916) 636-1980) for our Telephone Service Center.
Can I go to any ER with Medi-Cal?
Emergency Rooms: As stated above, if you have an emergency and you cannot find a doctor right away, you can go to the emergency room at any hospital. If you show your BIC to staff at the emergency room, Medi-Cal will pay for the services you receive.
What are the requirements to qualify for Covered California?
According to Covered California income guidelines and salary restrictions, if an individual makes less than $47,520 per year or if a family of four earns wages less than $97,200 per year, then they qualify for government assistance based on their income.
How long does it take to get approved for Covered California?
Covered Ca Update: Our simplified online Covered Ca application generally take 5-10 minutes versus the 45 minutes average for standard version. Call 800-320-6269. From the time we received the completed online Covered Ca app, we generally process it and confirm enrollment within 24 hours.
How do I submit a claim to Medi-Cal?
(800) 541-5555 (outside of California, please call 916-636-1980) or online at “Contact Medi-Cal”. For the most current information about billing and claims submission, refer to the “Medi-Cal Newsroom” area on the Medi-Cal home page. 4.
What can you do if you don’t have health insurance?
Older Americans with no health insurance can check for those resources and long-term care benefits and help with paying for food at BenefitsCheckup.org and Eldercare.gov. www.naschip.org/states_pools.htm The National Association of State Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans provides this link for a state-by-state break down.
What happens if you get hurt in an accident without health insurance?
If you get hurt in an accident and have no health insurance, you may wonder who is going to pay for your medical treatment. You may win compensation for your medical bills and other damages once you settle a personal injury claim or win your lawsuit, but that may take many months, and you need to pay your medical bills now.
Should I see a doctor if I can’t afford health insurance?
Millions of people in the U.S. live without health insurance, a circumstance that can cause people to weigh the need to see a doctor against the cost. Unfortunately, many people will put off or do without medical care because they can’t afford it, a decision that could jeopardize their health.
What should I do if I’m injured at home?
If you are seriously injured, seek immediate medical treatment regardless of your financial status. Your life is far more important than the costs you will incur. If your injury is relatively minor, you may be able to find a free clinic in your area that can provide sufficient care to handle the problem.