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.…

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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.…

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Sierra Family Health Center provides a rural family practice medical clinic.

Medical Services

• General medical care for children and adults
• Preventative Care
• Chronic health conditions
• Care for minor emergencies
• Well-child exams and immunizations
• Telepsychiatry

Chiropractic Care

• Headaches
• Neck and back pain
• Postural issues
• Sprains and strains
• Sciatica

Dental Services

• Exams and cleanings
• Fillings, crowns, and bridges
• Children’s dentistry
• Hygiene education and prevention

Behavioral Health

• Healthy lifestyle counseling
• Solution-focused therapy for anxiety and depression
• Mindfulness meditation
• Weight loss
• Smoking and alcohol cessation
• Substance misuse management
• Sleep hygiene
• Pain management
• Dental phobia

Provides assistance with Cal-Fresh and Medi-Cal applications.

Sites in Nevada City, North San Juan, and Oregon House. See site listings for contact info.

Websites:

• Main website - https://www.sierraclinic.org/

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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/

Healthcare is available for individuals and families through programs including Medi-Cal, Medicare Premium Payment assistance, and the County Medical Services Program (CMSP).

Medi-Cal

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid health care program. This is a public health insurance program that pays for a variety of medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources.

Medicare Savings Plan (MSP) formerly called Medicare Premium Payment Program

Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people 65 or older, and some younger people with disabilities. To apply for Medicare, you need to go through the federal government - you can apply online at Medicare.gov. If you have Medicare coverage, Medi-Cal may be able to pay your Medicare Part B premiums through a Medicare Savings Plan. You may also be eligible to receive Medicare and Medi-Cal coverage at the same time, which can help reduce your out-of-pocket costs. People are encouraged to apply for full scope Medi-Cal…

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Children's Choice Dental Care provides oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health needs. Accepts Medi-Cal and other insurances. Placer County locations in Lincoln and Roseville. Both provide pediatric dental care. The Roseville location also provides orthodontic care.

Web pages

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

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

• Contact form - select a location to email - https://www.mychildrenschoice.com/contact/

The Placer County Oral Health Program focuses on promoting preventive dental care knowledge and access to early preventive dental services.

Visit the Oral Health Program's website, https://www.placer.ca.gov/3030/Oral-Health-Program, for:

• Lists of Medi-Cal Dental providers in Placer County
  • Provided for adults and children who are Medi-Cal members
• Links to information on how to maintain oral health
• Dental services provided by Medi-Cal Dental
• How to apply for Medi-Cal (which includes dental coverage)
• and more

 Medi-Cal Dental has recently introduced a Care Coordination Referral Form, now available for use when referring 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

United Way of Nevada County allocates donated funds from annual fundraising campaign to qualified Nevada County non-profit human service organizations; forwards donor designated funds to non-profit health and human service organizations; collaborates with local government, education, local businesses and humans service organizations.

Programs include:

• MED-Project - program to help dispose of expired or unwanted medication, inhalers, and sharps. They are now able to provide pre-paid envelopes and sharps containers to anyone in need. Please come by our office to pick up envelopes or containers. Please note that this is NOT a medication drop-off. They do not take your items, but provide you with a safe, free option to dispose of your medical leftovers. https://uwnc.org/med-project
• Food Access Saturday - Free food distribution every Saturday at 440 Henderson Street, Grass Valley (10 AM - 1 PM). https://uwnc.org/food-access-saturday-1
• School Food Pantry - Access to healthy food beyond the…

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Need Help Paying Bills has resources for finding financial assistance with bills, free items, housing, food, and emergency or long term help for basic needs. There are local agencies as well as state and national organizations, including charities, non-profit agencies, and government social services. Find info about rent or utility bill assistance, food pantries, mortgage payment help, free health or dental clinics, and more. There is also information on financial services offered directly to consumers from private companies such as utility companies and credit counselors.

Even if you do not find a direct service on the website, it can give you ideas of what to look for in your own state or community.

The information you find on Needhelppayingbills, all of which is free, may be able to help you and your family make it through a difficult period. Learn about financial assistance programs such as LIHEAP, Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), or eviction prevention. A number of services are…

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Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center, located in Midtown Sacramento.

Below is a list of services SNAHC offers but not limited to the following:

• Comprehensive Oral Exams and Digital Radiography
• Periodic Oral Exams (6 month visits)
• Cleanings and/or Deep Cleanings
• Fillings
• Oral Surgery
• Denture and partial denture fitments
• Implants
• Teeth Whitening

Note that people from Placer County or Nevada County would need to pay out of pocket.  For Sacramento county people, they accept Medi-cal/Medicare, insurance and sliding scale schedule for Native Americans.  

Websites:

• Main website - https://snahc.org/dental/