Is CenCal the same as Medi-Cal?

Is CenCal the same as Medi-Cal?

CenCal Health is the Medi-Cal Managed Care Health Plan for Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties for low income residents. Medi-Cal (California’s version of Medicaid), is a publicly-funded health care program for the low income residents.

How do I know if my CenCal is still active?

We offer four ways to check the status of a claim:

  1. The most recommended is through our website.
  2. Emails are accepted.
  3. You may also call your Claims Service Representative at (805) 562-1083 or toll-free at (800) 421-2560 ext.
  4. You may fax your inquiry directly to the CenCal Health Claims Department: (805) 681-8261.

Does CenCal cover labor and delivery?

CenCal Health Family Planning Benefits You can go to a family planning provider either within or outside of the Health Plan’s provider network. Family planning services include birth control and pregnancy testing and counseling.

Are abortions free in CA?

California already offers broad protection for abortion. It’s one of six states that require health insurance plans to cover abortions, and most enrollees in the state’s Medicaid program for low-income people, Medi-Cal, pay nothing out of pocket for the procedure.

Does CenCal cover abortion?

The State Supported Services contract covers contracted abortion services with CenCal Health. SUMMARY OF FINDINGS: The Plan informs members about their rights to access “sensitive services” through the Member Handbook which includes abortion (ending pregnancy) services and counseling.

How long is newborn covered under Mom’s Medi-Cal?

If you are enrolled in MCAP, your baby has eligibility for coverage in the Medi-Cal Access Infant Program for up to two years, unless your baby is enrolled in employer sponsored insurance or no-cost Medi-Cal or your income no longer qualifies on your infant’s first birthday.