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StethescopeCOUNTY MEDICAL SERVICE PROGRAM - CMSP

What is CMSP?

The County Medical Services Program (CMSP) provides essential health care services to indigent adults who are ineligible for benefits under the Medi-Cal Program and whose income is insufficient to pay medical bills while still meeting their basic needs.

Who Qualifies for CMSP

In order to be potentially eligible, the applicant/recipient shall:

  • Be at least 21 years of age but less than 65 years and not eligible for the Medi-Cal program
  • Meet the citizenship or immigration status requirements
  • Apply for and accept unconditionally available income
  • Provide Social Security Number
  • Meet the countable property limits for the program and any transfer / utilization of property requirements
  • Not be an inmate in public or private institutions
  • Utilize other available health care coverage
  • Depending on the situation, CMSP benefits may be at no cost or may require the recipient to make a share of cost contribution

How Do I Apply

 

Related Links:

County Medical Services Program Governing Board


For more information, please call (530) 642-7300 in Placerville or (530) 573-3200 in South Lake Tahoe.

 

For a complete listing of all Social Services available in the community, please download the following Social Services Division Brochure.
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