Medi-Cal assistance is available through Human Services, one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

Medi-Cal offers medical, dental, vision and mental health care to eligible individuals and families at little or no cost. If you are ineligible to Medi-Cal, affordable insurance plans are available through the health benefits exchange, Covered California, during their November through December open enrollment.

The information on Placer County's Medi-Cal web page is for reference only. Speak to a staff person for the most up-to-date information.

Apply for/Access your Public Benefits Online (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS)
Go to BenefitsCal.com to apply for or renew benefits, upload verification, and view information regarding health coverage, food, and cash assistance. BenefitsCal also makes it easy for community partners to create accounts and act as application assistors.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2125/Medi-Cal-Program
• BenefitsCal - http://www.…

KidZCommunity strives to create a rich environment where the child and family needs are addressed and are supportive of family well-being. Holistic services are offered to all children and families in KidZCommunity's Head Start programs.

Services include:

• Dental
• Medical
• Mental health
• Nutrition
• Education
• Family services
• Support for children and families with special needs

To determine income eligibility refer to the chart here. Identify the number of family members in your household and the maximum amount of income allowable to qualify for the Head Start/Early Head Start program.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.kidzcommunity.org/
• Enrollment Guidelines - https://www.kidzcommunity.org/enrollment-income-guidelines/

This is one of many possible First 5 Nevada County Ready to Grow (R2G) program resources.

The Placer County Oral Health Program promotes dental health education and access to preventive dental care for Placer County residents, especially those with Medi-Cal.

Services include:

• Sharing lists of local Medi-Cal Dental providers for children and adults
• Providing information on how to apply for Medi-Cal (includes dental coverage)
• Offering tips and tools for maintaining good oral health
• Connecting users to information about services covered under Medi-Cal Dental
• Offering a Care Coordination Referral Form for providers to refer Medi-Cal clients

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/3030/Oral-Health-Program 
• Care Coordination Referral Form - https://dental.dhcs.ca.gov/Providers/Medi_Cal_Dental/CareCoordinationReferralForm

Medi-Cal assistance is available through Human Services, one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

Medi-Cal offers medical, dental, vision and mental health care to eligible individuals and families at little or no cost. If you are ineligible to Medi-Cal, affordable insurance plans are available through the health benefits exchange, Covered California, during their November through December open enrollment.

The information on Placer County's Medi-Cal web page is for reference only. Speak to a staff person for the most up-to-date information.

Apply for/Access your Public Benefits Online (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS)
Go to BenefitsCal.com to apply for or renew benefits, upload verification, and view information regarding health coverage, food, and cash assistance. BenefitsCal also makes it easy for community partners to create accounts and act as application assistors.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.…

Children's Choice Dental Care offers dental care for infants, children, and teens, including those with special health care needs.

Services are available at Placer County locations in Lincoln and Roseville. Medi-Cal is accepted.

Services include:

• Routine and preventive pediatric dental care
• Treatment for children with special health care needs
• Orthodontic care, at its Roseville location

Web pages

• Home - https://www.mychildrenschoice.com/
• Locations - https://www.mychildrenschoice.com/locations/

The Victim/Witness program provides advocacy, information, and support services to victims and witnesses of crime in Placer County. Program services are free and available regardless of citizenship status. 

Eligibility requires that the crime be reported to law enforcement, that victims cooperate in the investigation and prosecution, and that victims did not contribute to the events leading to the crime.

Services include:

• Court escort and support during criminal proceedings
• Referrals for emergency assistance, including shelter, food, and clothing
• Follow-up counseling and employer intervention
• Reimbursement for mental health counseling, medical and dental expenses, wage loss, and emergency relocation costs

Web pages

• Home - https://www.placer.ca.gov/3356/Victim-Witness-Assistance
• Victim Services - https://www.placer.ca.gov/7191/Victims-Services
• Criminal Justice Process - https://www.placer.ca.gov/7238/Know-the-process
• Grief and Loss Support - https://www.placer.ca.gov…

Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) offers dental services for children and adults at its Federally Qualified Health Center in Midtown Sacramento. Care is available to Native and non-Native community members.

Services include:

• Oral exams, X-rays, and regular cleanings
• Fillings, deep cleanings, and oral surgery
• Dentures, partials, and implants
• Cosmetic services, like teeth whitening

Additional notes:

​Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance, and offers a sliding scale for Native American patients in Sacramento County. Individuals from Placer or Nevada counties must pay out of pocket.

Web pages

• Home - https://snahc.org/dental/

Covered California provides a state health insurance marketplace where individuals and small businesses in California can compare and purchase health plans. Helps determine eligibility for federal subsidies, tax credits, or Medi-Cal.

Services include:

• Offering one application for both Medi-Cal and Covered California plans
• Helping users compare health insurance options and apply for coverage
• Providing dental coverage for children with all plans; optional dental plans available for adults
• Supporting multiple languages via dedicated phone lines

Language Lines

Web pages

• Home - https://www.coveredca.com/
• Medi-Cal Eligibility and Covered California - Frequ…

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program which provides needed health care services for low-income individuals including families with children, seniors, persons with disabilities, foster care, pregnant people, and low income people with specific diseases such as tuberculosis, breast cancer, or HIV/AIDS.

Medi-Cal is free or low-cost for California residents who meet eligibility requirements. Medi-Cal considers income, but there is no asset limit (bank accounts, cash, property, vehicles).

Most applicants who apply through Covered California and enroll in Medi-Cal will receive care through managed health care plans. In Nevada and Placer Counties, the managed care provider is Partnership HealthPlan of California (PHC). Medi-Cal is financed equally by the state and federal government. Medi-Cal and Covered California use the same application. This means that once you apply using CoveredCA.com, you’ll find out which program you qualify for. Some hou…

Medi-Cal offers transportation to and from appointments for services covered by Medi-Cal. This includes transportation to medical, dental, mental health, or substance use disorder appointments, and to pick up prescriptions and medical supplies.

There are two types of transportation for appointments:

• Nonemergency medical transportation (NEMT) is transportation by ambulance, wheelchair van, or litter van for those who cannot use public or private transportation.
• Nonmedical transportation (NMT) is transportation by private or public vehicle for people who do not have another way to get to their appointment.

Medi-Cal recipients with Partnership HealthPlan of California (PHC) can contact PHC for transportation services. PHC is the managed care provider for both Nevada and Placer Counties.


Web pages

• Transportation for Medi-Cal Covered Services - Partnership HealthPlan of California - https://cde.211connectingpoint.org/resource/87135183/