Can you use Medi cal insurance out of state?
A: No. Because each state has its own Medicaid eligibility requirements, you can't just transfer coverage from one state to another, nor can you use your coverage when you're temporarily visiting another state, unless you need emergency health care.
What happens to my Medi Cal if I move out of state?
You will not get Medi-Cal if you move out of California. You may apply for Medicaid in the state you move to. If you are moving to a new county in California, you also need to tell the county you live in or the county you are moving to.
Does Medi-Cal cover in other states?
As long as you are eligible, Medi-Cal will cover emergency services and urgent care in another state. We will also cover emergency care that results in hospitalization in Canada and Mexico if the service is approved and the doctor and hospital meet Medi-Cal rules.
Is Medi-Cal only in California?
What is Medi-Cal? 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 eligibility to include low-income adults.
What happens to my Medi-Cal if I move out of state?
You will not get Medi-Cal if you move out of California. You may apply for Medicaid in the state you move to. If you are moving to a new county in California, you also need to tell the county you live in or the county you are moving to.
Can Medi-Cal be transferred to another state?
A: No. Because each state has its own Medicaid eligibility requirements, you can't just transfer coverage from one state to another, nor can you use your coverage when you're temporarily visiting another state, unless you need emergency health care.
Is Medi-Cal only in California?
What is Medi-Cal? 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 eligibility to include low-income adults.
Can I use my California health insurance in another state?
All health insurance plans regardless of the state of purchase will cover emergency services at any hospital in the United States, with the exception of Hawaii. However, non-emergency care, like primary care visits, might not be covered.