NewsKPBS Public MediaAugust 4, 2026San Diego
California updates Medi-Cal eligibility rules and asset limits
California is implementing stricter Medi-Cal eligibility checks every six months for adults aged 19-64 and establishing new asset limits for seniors and people with disabilities starting July 1, 2027. Residents are urged to update their contact information with county benefits offices to ensure they receive required notices regarding their coverage status.
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These changes impact the health coverage eligibility for millions of Californians, requiring proactive management of income, work status, and asset reporting to avoid potential benefit termination.
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organizationHealth Consumer Alliance“Provides free advice for health benefits”organizationVision y Compromiso“Trains community health workers”personAlicia Emanuel“Staff attorney with the National Health Law Program”personRosa Lopez“Promotora in Long Beach”organizationNational Health Law Program“Provides legal guidance on health programs”personJack Dailey“Director of health policy at the Legal Aid Society of San Diego”organizationCalMatters“Original publisher of the article”organizationLegal Aid Society of San Diego“Provides legal assistance for benefits”organizationKPBS Public Media“Republisher of the article”