Whats the difference between Medi-Cal, Medicaid & Medicare?
Medi-Cal is California’s version of the Medicaid program and is funded jointly by the state of California and the Federal Government. Medi-Cal recipients often receive Medicare, but the Medi-Cal program is not related to Medicare Insurance. Medicare (Social Security) is determined by age or severe disability. Medi-Cal is determined by financial need at any age. The Income Test is different in about 14 other states.
