Covered California is a free service that connects Californians with brand-name health insurance under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. It’s the only place where you can get financial help when you buy health insurance from well-known companies. That means when you apply, you may qualify for a discount on a health plan through Covered California, or get health insurance through the state’s Medi-Cal program. Either way, you’ll have great health coverage.

CoveredCA.com is sponsored by Covered California and the Department of Health Care Services, which work together to help Californians get the coverage and care that are right for them.

 Lawfully present individuals who meet all other eligibility requirements, such as income requirements and California state residency, may be eligible for financial help to purchase a health insurance plan through Covered California. Or they may be eligible for free or low-cost coverage through Medi-Cal.