Programs
The Medi-Cal Eligibility Division (MCED) is responsible for the development, coordination, clarification, and implementation of Medi-Cal regulations, policy, and procedures to assure Medi-Cal eligibility is determined accurately and timely by the 58 county human services agencies.
Express Lane
The Express Lane Enrollment Project is based on federal guidance designed to streamline Medi-Cal enrollment for CalFresh recipients.
Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program
The Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program (BCCTP) provides needed cancer treatment to eligible individuals diagnosed with breast and/or cervical cancer and who are in need of treatment.
Presumptive Eligibility
The Presumptive Eligibility (PE) for pregnant women program is designed for low-income California residents.
The Hospital Presumptive Eligibility (HPE) program provides individuals with temporary, no-cost, Medi-Cal benefits for up to two months.
The COVID-19 Presumptive Eligibility Program allows individuals to seek the necessary diagnostic testing and testing-related services related to COVID-19.
Former Foster Care Youth
Individuals who were in foster care at age 18 are now eligible for Medi-Cal until age 26.
Former Foster Care Youth Webpage
Medi-Cal Access Program
The Medi-Cal Access Program (MCAP) provides health insurance coverage to uninsured, middle income pregnant women.
Medi-Cal Access Program Webpage
Mobile Optometric Services Program
The Mobile Optometric Services (MOS) Program provides California students free vision screenings, vision exams, glasses, and eye-wear fittings in school settings.