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Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

751 S Bascom Avenue
San Jose, CA 95128

1 (408) 885-6900

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Covered California Health Coverage Options

Medi-Cal

  • Children—regardless of immigration status—foster youth, pregnant women, and legally present individuals—including those with DACA status—may be eligible for no- or low-cost Medi-Cal.
  • Medi-Cal covers immunizations, checkups, specialists, vision and dental services, and more for children and youth at no- or low-cost.
  • Medi-Cal enrollment is available year-round.

Covered California

  • Covered California is where legal residents of California can compare quality health plans and choose the one that works best for them.
  • Based on income and family size, many Californians may qualify for financial assistance.
  • Enroll during Open Enrollment or any time you experience a life-changing event, like losing your job or having a baby. You have 60 days from the event to complete enrollment.

This year there are new laws that expand financial help for Californians. Now many individuals and families who make between $50,000 and $150,000 are eligible for help for the first time. Make sure you visit Coveredca.com to check your what you might qualify for.

You and your family may qualify for financial help

Household Size 2020 household maximum 2020 household maximum 2020 household range
1 $17,237 $33,224 $17,238 – $74,940
2 $23,336 $44,981 $23,337 – $101,460
3 $29,436 $56,738 $29,437 – $127,980
4 $35,535 $68,495 $35,536 – $154,500
5 $41,635 $80,253 $41,636 – $181,020
6 $47,735 $92,010 $47,736 – $207,540
  Adults may be eligible for Medi-Cal Children may be eligible for Medi-Cal May be eligible for financial help to purchase insurance through Covered California

Enroll

Three ways to enroll in Medi-Cal and Covered California:

Get Care

  • Find a primary care doctor in your network.
  • Schedule an annual checkup for you and your family.
  • Make sure to take your child to the dentist.
  • Pay your monthly premium if your plan requires it.

Renew

  • Medi-Cal must be renewed every year. Medi-Cal will mail renewal packet. Complete and return. For help, contact your local Medi-Cal office or call 211.
  • Health plans through Covered California must be renewed every year. Renewal information will be mailed at the end of the year, or contact Covered California at 1 (800) 300-1506.

See full list of low-cost health resources.

Download printable PDF.

  • Automated Information: 1-877-962-3633
  • San Jose: 408-758-3800
  • Mountain View: 650-988-6100

Emergency

If student is a danger to self or others, or help is needed immediately, call 9-1-1 or 408-299-3233

Last Updated 9/27/23