Health Care Benefits
ADVISORY:
It is free to apply for or renew Medi-Cal coverage. County staff are the only ones who are able to process your request and there is no charge to do so.
If you receive any phone calls from individuals seeking payment in exchange for processing your request, do not give them your information.
You can report any potential scams by contacting the Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS) at: 1-800-822-6222.
Protect your and your family’s health
Access to health care can help you live a better and longer life. Health insurance helps cover the costs of doctor and hospital visits, medication and treatment if you are injured or sick. How much of your medical costs are paid for depends on which health care benefit program you are eligible for.
- There are three types of health care benefits you can apply for in Sonoma County: Medi-Cal, the County Medical Services Program (CMSP) and Covered California.
Health Care Benefits
Covered California
CoveredCA.com is the one-stop website where Californians can buy brand-name, private health insurance under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
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Service Center:
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Mail: Office Drop Boxes: South County Center
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Economic Assistance hours at both 2550 Paulin Drive, Santa Rosa, and South County Center, 5350 Old Redwood Highway, Suite 100, Petaluma are 8 a.m.- 4p.m., Monday-Friday.
Read the questions and answers about how public benefits are affected on the Human Services Department home page first. For additional information, please email info@schsd.org or call (707) 565-5800. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work together to keep our communities safe.