Medi-Cal for Pregnancy
Medi-Cal offers various free or affordable programs to get pregnant individuals into coverage right away.
What’s Available
Full-Scope Medi-Cal
Full-scope Medi-Cal is the same complete coverage you have before or after pregnancy. It automatically includes prenatal care, labor and delivery, and post-partum care for a year after pregnancy, plus all other medically necessary care, dental, and mental health.
Medi-Cal for Pregnancy
People who live in California but are not legal residents can receive coverage for all medically necessary services, plus dental and mental health services, while pregnant and for one year following the end of pregnancy.
Presumptive Eligibility for Pregnant Individuals
Immediate Coverage While Your Application Is Processed
Medi-Cal Access Program (MCAP)
Comprehensive coverage for all pregnant individuals. Coverage is available for a year after pregnancy.
Enrolling in these programs is quick and easy — just click the Apply button above. For more information, go to the Medi-Cal for Pregnancy website, or email questions to directly to the Department of Health Care Services.
