What is
Medicaid?
Medicaid is a government health insurance program for low-income people, covering doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, and more. It’s funded by both the federal and state government, but run by each state. Medi-Cal is California’s version of Medicaid, providing affordable health insurance to low-income residents.
Who Qualifies for Medi-Cal?
Californians qualify for Medi-Cal based on their income,regardless of immigration status.
Medi-Cal serves millions, including:
- Children and their parents
- Pregnant individuals
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
- Low-income adults
Additional Coverage Includes: • Breast andCervicalCancer Treatment Program (BCCTP)
- Nursing facility care
- Long-term supportservices
Learn if you qualify for Medi-Cal visit
Medi-Cal Impact in California
Medi-Cal provides healthcare to over 15 million Californians, including children, seniors, disabled individuals, and underserved groups like veterans and agricultural workers. It generates $25.5 billion in economic activity, supports 134,000 jobs, and contributes $3.1 billion in state and federal taxes. Additionally, Medi-Cal reduces healthcare costs by 22%, saving $9.6 billion annually in Medicaid spending.
Did you know?
California’s Community Health Centers (CHCs) provide 24 million patient visits annually, offering care to anyone in need—regardless of their identity, background, or insurance status. Over 67% of patients at California’s CHCs are covered by Medi-Cal.
Medi-Cal is crucial to California’s healthcare system, and cuts to it directly impact community health centers.
Content source: The Value & Impact of the CA Health Center Program (www.caplink.org)
Medi-Cal Matters to Californians
Medi-Cal Strengthens the Economy
For every dollar that is
used to fund Medi-Cal
Medicaid represents nearly $1 out of every $5 spent on health care in the U.S., and it helps create jobs that support critical healthcare roles.
Federal Cuts Could Cost CA $10B-$20B Each Year
- California will be forced to dramatically reduce Medi-Cal coverage, benefits, and funding
- Potential cuts in long-term care, mental health, & public hospital services
- Loss of healthcare for lowincome adults & 2.3M seniors/disabled residents
- Cuts to school-based health support for children
- Any Medi-Cal cuts that occur have the potential to impact ALL Medi-Cal recipients
The bottom line is clear: a strong Medi-Cal program createsjobs,
strengthensfamilies, and fuels economic growth. Medi-Cal is essential to California’s health and future.
Content source from lacare.org/medicaidmatters