Paying for Dental Care

Keeping your teeth and gums healthy is one of the best things you can do for your oral and overall health. The Medi‑Cal Dental Program provides free or low‑cost dental services to children and adults enrolled in the Medi‑Cal Health Care Program. Search for a Medi-Cal dental provider in your area or call 1-800-322-6384.

Medi-Cal Full-Scope Expansion Benefits

Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible people who live in California. Learn more about Medi-Cal benefits and find enrollment assistance from local community organizations.

For information on how to apply for the Medi-Cal Health Care Program:

• Visit www.coveredca.com or call 1-800-300-1506. 
• Contact the Orange County Social Services Agency at 1-800-281-9799, Monday-Friday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm. To apply for benefits or for existing clients, please call (855) 541-5411.
• Visit the BenefitsCal website.

Community Health Centers provide tremendous value and impact to the communities they serve. They provide quality medical and dental care for persons with Medi-Cal, other insurance, no insurance, or who cannot afford care.

Find a community medical and dental health center near you in Orange County. You can also call the OC Health Care Agency Health Referral Line at 1-800-564-8448, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The TDD (phone number for the hearing impaired) number is 1 (800) 801-7100.

Covered California is California’s official health insurance marketplace. It is a free service that helps individuals and families shop for and enroll in a health and/or dental insurance plan that meets their needs and budget, with or without financial assistance. All plans include preventive care and emergency services.

Whether your job does not offer health insurance or you have experienced a big life change (such as having a child), there are plenty of reasons why you might need to find a health plan. No matter your health status, language, or income, Covered California has your back.

For more information on how to apply:

• Visit www.coveredca.com or call 1-800-300-1506.