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ALREADY INSURED?

Send your proof.

Use BenefitsCal to send documents to your county.

Three steps to send your proof.

  1. 1

    Have your insurance letter ready

    It should show your name, coverage start date, and monthly premium. Add payment proof if requested.

  2. 2

    Upload it to BenefitsCal

    Log in, choose your Medi-Cal case, and select Upload Documents.

    Show the exact clicks
    1. Choose Medical Expense if offered. If the labels differ, ask your county which type to use.
    2. Select your complete insurance letter and any requested payment proof.
    3. Check the case and files, then choose Upload Document or Submit.
    4. Look for Upload Successful. Save or print the receipt.
  3. 3

    Ask the county to review it

    Ask your worker to recalculate your share of cost and confirm the new amount and start month in writing.

Open BenefitsCal (opens in a new tab)

Uploading does not approve a change. Keep your confirmation.

Official help & IHSS paperwork

Menu names can vary. BenefitsCal upload help ↗ (opens in a new tab) · Confirmation FAQs ↗ (opens in a new tab)

IHSS forms may need to go to your IHSS office separately. See the LA County IHSS guide or find your county IHSS office ↗ (opens in a new tab).

Need a document checklist?

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This is a preparation list, not an official application. Do not put personal information on this website.

Can I send documents to your team?

Private document intake is not open yet. Use BenefitsCal to send your proof directly to the county.