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1.2 Million Californians Risk Medi-Cal Loss Amid Changes

6/2/2025

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In California, the end of COVID-19 measures puts over 1.2 million residents at risk of losing Medi-Cal coverage due to new eligibility rules. As annual reviews resumed on April 1, 2023, many face potential coverage loss from administrative hurdles. However, starting January 1, 2024, asset limits will be removed, streamlining eligibility based on monthly income.

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Story summary

In California, the end of COVID-19 measures puts over 1.2 million residents at risk of losing Medi-Cal coverage due to new eligibility rules. As annual reviews resumed on April 1, 2023, many face potential coverage loss from administrative hurdles. However, starting January 1, 2024, asset limits will be removed, streamlining eligibility based on monthly income.