The right number, right now.
Trusted phone numbers and websites for coverage, care, food, dental care, and legal help; language assistance may be available when calling.
If anyone charges you a fee for Medi-Cal help, report it: 1-800-822-6222.
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1-800-300-1506
Covered California
Call when you need health coverage or help choosing a plan.
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(800) 541-5555
Medi-Cal Member Helpline
Call about your Medi-Cal benefits, renewal, or card. TDD: (800) 430-7077.
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BenefitsCal.com
Renew online: BenefitsCal.com
Create an account to get email and text alerts when your renewal is due. Renewals are usually due in the month you first enrolled.
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(888) 452-8609
Medi-Cal Mental Health Care
Call to get connected to mental health services through Medi-Cal.
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(800) 879-2772
Substance Use Help Line
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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1-800-430-4263
Health Care Options
Call to choose or change your Medi-Cal health plan. If you don’t choose a plan within 30 days, the state chooses one for you.
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1-877-847-3663
CalFresh Info Line
Call about food benefits for your household.
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SmileCalifornia.org
Smile California
Medi-Cal has dental covered — find a dentist near you.
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888-804-3536
Health Consumer Alliance
Free legal help when coverage is denied, delayed, or confusing.
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1-800-822-6222
Medi-Cal Fraud Hotline
Report anyone who charges you for free Medi-Cal help.
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CalFresh work requirements
Fact sheet in 12 languages → - SINCE JAN 1, 2024
Medi-Cal for every income-eligible Californian
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