Program: MEDI-CAL ACCESS PROGRAM (MCAP)
Agency: CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES (DHCS)
Description
Provides pregnant women with medical coverage for a low cost with no co-payments or deductibles for its covered services. Coverage includes vision, dental, as well as substance abuse treatment services. Their newborns may be covered for up to two years. Also available to women who have other health insurance plans that:
- Do not cover maternity services
- Maternity-only deductible
- Copayment greater than $500
For more information visit the Medi-Cal Access Program section on the website.
Eligibility
Must meet the following guidelines:
-Be a California resident
-Be pregnant when applying
-Within the income limits of the program
-Not insured by no-cost Medi-Cal
-Not insured by Medicare Part A and Part B benefits when you apply
-Not insured by private insurance (unless you have maternity only
deductible or co-payment of more than $500)
Application Process
Call or visit website for referral forms.
Note: Inform MCAP when baby is born, so that they can get coverage right away. If enrolled in MCAP, baby should be eligible for benefits from the date of birth and at least up to age one year, if living in California.
Documents
No information has been provided by Agency.
Fees
Fees vary - call for fee information.
Service Areas
- State of California
Phone
| (510) 747-4567 | Alameda Alliance for Health Referrals |
| (800) 407-4627 | Anthem Blue Cross Referrals |
| (800) 433-2611 | Main Number |
Hours
Mon 8am - 7pm;
Tue 8am - 7pm;
Wed 8am - 7pm;
Thu 8am - 7pm;
Fri 8am - 7pm;
Sat 8am - Noon;
Website
Address
Online Resource, Sacramento, CA, 95852
Disabilities Access
Not applicable
Address
Online Resource, Sacramento, CA, 95852
Listing Managed by: 211s of California | Print Listing
Information last updated: 2024-07-15T00:00:00