Is Blue Cross the same as Medi-Cal?
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Is Blue Shield the same as Medi-Cal?
BLUE SHIELD PROMISE MEDI-CAL MEMBERS. Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan currently serves Medi-Cal members in Los Angeles and San Diego counties. In Los Angeles County, we are contracted with L.A. Care Health Plan. In San Diego County, we are contracted with the Department of Health Care Services.
Does Blue Cross have Medi-Cal?
Anthem Blue Cross is a Plan Partner that serves Medi-Cal members.
What is another name for Medi-Cal insurance?
Medi-Cal is California's version of the Federal Medicaid program. Medi-Cal offers no-cost and low-cost health coverage to eligible people who live in California. The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) oversees the Medi-Cal program.
What insurance company is Medi-Cal?
Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program that provides medical services to low-income people at little or no cost. It is administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).
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How do I know what kind of Medi-Cal I have?
Contact your local county social services office to learn about your Medi-Cal status and eligibility. The California Department of Health Care Services has a full directory of each county's agency.
Is Blue California Medicaid?
Coverage that is all about you. At Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan, we know that health care is more than a doctor's visit. That's why we provide extra care and support. We offer Medi-Cal in Los Angeles and San Diego counties and have many doctors to choose from.
Does Medi-Cal count as health insurance?
Medi-Cal is health coverage, just like the coverage offered through Covered California. Medi-Cal provides benefits similar to the coverage options available through Covered California, but often at lower or no cost to you or your family.
Is Medi-Cal same as Medicare?
No. Medicare and Medi-Cal are two separate programs for health care coverage. Medicare is available nationally to cover seniors and people under the age of 65 with certain disabilities. Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program, covering low-income individuals and families in California.
Can I go to any hospital with Medi-Cal insurance?
Emergency Rooms: As stated above, if you have an emergency and you cannot find a doctor right away, you can go to the emergency room at any hospital. If you show your BIC to staff at the emergency room, Medi-Cal will pay for the services you receive.
Is Blue Cross in California?
Serving California. Anthem Blue Cross is the trade name of Blue Cross of California. Anthem Blue Cross and Anthem Blue Cross Life and Health Insurance Company are independent licensees of the Blue Cross Association.
What other benefits can I get with Medi-Cal?
- Outpatient (Ambulatory) services.
- Emergency services.
- Hospitalization.
- Maternity and Newborn care.
- Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Services
- Prescription Drugs.
- Programs such as physical and occupational therapy (known as Rehabilitative & Habilitative Services) and devices.
What is the difference between Blue Cross and Blue Shield in California?
In most other states, they are the same company and formed an association, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Anthem Blue Cross is a for profit company in California, and Blue Shield is a non-profit.
How do I contact Blue Cross Medi-Cal customer service?
(800) 977-2273
Medi-Cal Rx Members and Providers: If you have a question, need help, or need to report a problem, please call (800) 977-2273 for our Medi-Cal Rx Customer Service Center (CSC).
Can I have Medicare and Medi-Cal at the same time?
Some people qualify for both Medicare and Medi-Cal and are “dual eligible” or Medi Medi beneficiaries. When an individual has both Medicare Parts A and B, Medicare is the primary insurance and pays for most medical care.
Can you have Covered California and Medi-Cal?
These two-program families are called “mixed-program families.” Your family can apply for both through Covered California application. Individuals in a mixed-program family will face different, but typically lower, costs due to their eligibility for both Covered California and Medi-Cal.
Do I have to pay Medi-Cal back?
The Medi-Cal program must seek repayment from the estates of certain deceased Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Repayment only applies to benefits received by these beneficiaries on or after their 55th birthday and who own assets at the time of death. If a deceased beneficiary owns nothing when they die, nothing will be owed.
What is California Medi-Cal changing to in 2023?
Starting January 2023, Medi-Cal health coverage for most remaining dually eligible beneficiaries changed from Fee-For-Service (FFS) Medi-Cal to Medi-Cal Managed Care.
Can I choose Covered California instead of Medi-Cal?
You may be eligible for health coverage through Covered California if you are no longer eligible for Medi-Cal due to an income increase or change in household size. In order to avoid a gap in your health coverage, Covered California can help you select a new plan before your Medi-Cal coverage ends.
Is Blue Shield California good insurance?
Blue Shield of California is seventh on Insure.com's list of the Best Health Insurance Companies for 2023. The company received an impressive 4 out of 5 stars from the National Committee for Quality Assurance. NCQA evaluates healthcare plans on, among other things, member satisfaction.
Is Medicaid in California called Medi-Cal?
What is California Medicaid? Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid health care program. This program pays for a variety of medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources. Medi-Cal is supported by Federal and state taxes.
Can you use Blue Cross Blue Shield California in any state?
Most Blue Cross Blue Shield members can rest easy since Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage opens doors in all 50 states and is accepted by over 90 percent of doctors and specialists. And if your extended travel plans take you abroad, you can ensure you have access to quality care through GeoBlue.
What color is Medi-Cal card?
You will soon get a Medi-Cal identification card called a Benefits Identification Card, or BIC. It is white with blue writing, and it has a picture of the seal of the State of California. It will also have your name on it.