Is Medi-Cal a managed care plan?

Medi-Cal Managed Care provides high quality, accessible, and cost-effective health care through managed care delivery systems. Medi-Cal Managed Care contracts for health care services through established networks of organized systems of care, which emphasize primary and preventive care.

How many Medi-Cal managed care plans are there?

Currently, a total of 24 plans contract with the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to provide Medi-Cal managed care services to beneficiaries.

What health plans are available through Medi-Cal?

However, you may also choose to stay in Fee-For-Service Medi-Cal….Placer County.

Plan Name Phone
Anthem Blue Cross Partnership Plan (800) 407-4627 TTY/TDD (888) 757-6034
California Health & Wellness (877) 658-0305 TTY/TDD (866) 274-6083
​Special Health Plan
​InnovAge California PACE – Sacramento ​916-603-5400

Is Medi-Cal managed care HMO?

Medi-Cal is health insurance for people with low incomes. Some counties have Medi-Cal Managed Care, in which the State contracts with HMO plans to provide health care services to Medi-Cal members.

How do Medi-Cal managed care plans work?

Under managed care, the state contracts with health plans to deliver Medi-Cal benefits to enrollees in exchange for a monthly premium, or “capitation” payment for each enrollee. The plans are accountable for and at financial risk for providing the services in the contract.

How do I apply for Medi-Cal managed care?

To find out if you must enroll, call Health Care Options (HCO) Medi-Cal Managed Care at 1-800-430-4263 (TTY 1-800-430-7077) or HCO Coordinated Care Initiative at 1-844-580-7272 (TTY 1-800-430-7077). The call is free.

Does Kaiser accept Medi-Cal patients?

At Kaiser Permanente, you have a wide network of doctors and specialists to choose from. All of our available doctors accept Kaiser Permanente members with Medi-Cal coverage. Get care from a doctor or specialist – including appointments, exams, and treatment.

How does Medi-Cal managed care work?

What is Medi-Cal managed care plan?

A managed care plan is an organized network of health care providers that focuses on primary and preventive care. Hospitals, physicians and other health care providers are members of the network. The managed care plan can be public or private.

How do I cancel my Medi-Cal?

Method 1 of 3: Reporting Changes. Review the list of changes you’re required to report.

  • Method 2 of 3: Withdrawing Your Application. Contact your local county office. If you report a change,you have to wait for your eligibility to be evaluated.
  • Method 3 of 3: Avoiding a Gap in Coverage. Apply for new health insurance.
  • How do I contact Medi Cal?

    Learning how to apply for Medi-Cal

  • Learning about Medi-Cal services
  • Finding a health care provider
  • Filing a complaint
  • What are the managed care organizations in California?

    HMO

  • PPO,POS&EPO
  • Medi-Cal Managed Care (Low or No-income)
  • Medicare Advantage Plan (Senior or Disabled)
  • What does Medi Cal cover in California?

    Medi-Cal offers free or low-cost health coverage for California residents who meet eligibility requirements. Most applicants who apply through Covered California and enroll in Medi-Cal will receive care through managed health plans. Medi-Cal has always covered low-income children, pregnant women and families. On January 1, 2014, California expanded Medi-Cal eligibility to include low-income adults.