Why won't they take my Medi-Cal?

Question

I am a young adult going to college, living by myself and was just diagnosed with several mental health problems. I found some counselors that give the type of counseling I was recommended and they accept medi-cal, but they said they couldn't take MY medi-cal... I have no clue how this works. Why might they not take my medi-cal? And how could a super broke college kid like me afford the help I need or the insurance to cover it? Am I just screwed?... Thanks for the help.

Anonymous · Answer

Many providers won't take welfare coverage because it pays very little, and can take almost a year to receive that very little.

babyboomer1001 · Answer

Find someone who will take YOUR medi-cal.

Kini · Answer

You have to find a facility that accepts Medi-Cal. That is usually a county clinic, not a private doctor, and often therapy is in a group. Very few doctors take Medi-Cal.

A Hunch · Answer

As a college student in the state of California, almost all California schools provide on-campus mental health treatment.  You should find out what resources are available to you.

Are you sure that "these" counselors accept medi-cal?  Most counselors do not accept any medicaid/insurance; you need to pay out of pocket.

If your school does not provide the treatment that you need, look at the provider list for your specific medi-cal administrator to find counselors in your area that are accepting new patients.
= be mindful, there might not be any.

Why won't they take my Medi-Cal?

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