Dates and Deadlines
Apply for Coverage
Because of COVID-19, there’s extra time to enroll.
Medi-Cal and Covered California use the same application. After you enter your information, you will find out whether you qualify for Medi-Cal or Covered California.
Pay Your Bill
After you pick a plan, select the Pay Now button to make your first payment. You’ll receive a membership ID card from your health insurance company after it receives this payment.
If you decide not to pay online, you’ll get a bill from your health insurance company about two weeks after it receives your application.
Access Your Form 1095-A
Sign in to your account for this form, which is proof that you had health insurance last year. You’ll need it when you file your 2020 taxes.
Deadline for April 1 Coverage
Coverage will start on the first day of the month following plan selection for these life events:
- Needing coverage due to COVID-19.
- Losing Medi-Cal or job-based coverage (if you apply and select a plan before the last day of your Medi-Cal or employer coverage, your new coverage starts on the first day of the month after the loss).
- Marriage or registered domestic partnership.
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