Depending on your financial and/or living circumstances, you may be available for public insurance (Medi-Cal).
Currently Have Medi-Cal: If you already have Medi-Cal, please note as of June 1, 2023, Medi-Cal renewals have re-started. Please update your contact information with your county and look for your yellow renewal envelope, which signals it is time for you to renew.
Need to Apply for Medi-Cal: Please apply for Medi-Cal insurance at the County (see below) or benefitscal.com before making your appointment at Dientes. To be eligible for Medi-Cal, you must be a resident of California and your resources must be under Medi-Cal limits.
You may apply for Medi-Cal insurance at the Santa Cruz County Health Department:
- Santa Cruz County Health Department
- Phone: 1-888-421-8080
- In person:
- 18 W. Beach Street, Watsonville, CA 95076
- 1020 Emeline Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060