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Citizenship/Immigration Status
Important: Effective January 1, 2024, all individuals determined eligible for Medi-Cal, regardless of age or citizenship status, will be granted full-scope Medi-Cal benefits if all other eligibility requirements are met under SB 184. All Medi-Cal policy guidance remains in effect for any months prior to the implementation of SB 184.
Scope of Coverage
Full-scope MC Benefits
Individuals who declare and verify United States (U.S.) citizenship and Legal Permanent Resident status and who meet all other eligibility requirements are eligible for full-scope MC benefits.
Reminder: If eligible for full-scope benefits, applicants/recipients must not under any circumstance be
approved for restricted-scope coverage. They must receive the entitled full-scope coverage or may either withdraw or discontinue their MC. They may reapply at any time.
Restricted-scope MC Benefits
Individuals who do not provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, who have legal temporary resident status, or who are undocumented and who meet all other eligibility requirements are eligible for restricted-scope MC benefits.
Reminder: Eligibility staff must under no circumstance offer legal advice on immigration. Clients should be referred to the appropriate entities for information.
Status/Healthcare Coverage Entitlement Chart
For Employment Authorization Document Codes, refer to the Immigration Status and Healthcare Coverage Eligibility reference material.
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