Medi-Cal
Medi-Cal is California’s version of the Medicaid health care program that provides comprehensive free or low-cost health care coverage to California residents with limited income.
As of January 1, 2024, a new law in California allows all Californians access to full-scope Medi-Cal if qualified. Unlike before, immigration status does not matter.
Who is eligible for L.A. Care Medi-Cal?
- People who live in Los Angeles County, regardless of their immigration status
- People who meet the income guidelines and qualify for Medi-Cal
Adult Eligibility
Adults, including both parents and adults without children, with yearly earnings up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) qualify for Medi-Cal. The qualifying income criteria varies by family size. Below are examples of qualifying income limits for adults. You can also view Medi-Cal qualifying income information from the Department of Health Care Services.
- Family of 1: Yearly earnings of less than $20,783
- Family of 2: Yearly earnings of less than $28,208
- Family of 3: Yearly earnings of less than $35,632
- Family of 4: Yearly earnings of less than $43,056
Infants and Children Eligibility
Infants and children, ages 0-19, in families with yearly earnings up to 266% of the FPL qualify for Medi-Cal. The qualifying income criteria varies by family size. Below are examples of qualifying income limits for children. You can also view Medi-Cal qualifying income information for children from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services.
- Family of 1: Yearly earnings of less than $40,068
- Family of 2: Yearly earnings of less than $54,396
- Family of 3: Yearly earnings of less than $68,700
- Family of 4: Yearly earnings of less than $82,992
