Does Medi-Cal cover IHSS?

Any California resident is eligible for IHSS if they: Are SSI/SSP or Medi–Cal eligible. Are blind, disabled or 65 years of age or older. Are living in a home, apartment or abode of their choosing (not including a hospital, nursing home, assisted living or licensed care facility).

Can I get IHSS without Medi-Cal?

You must have a Medi-Cal eligibility determination. You must live at home or an abode of your own choosing (acute care hospital, long-term care facilities, and licensed community care facilities are not considered “own home”).

Is CCHP Medi-Cal?

Contra Costa Health Plan (CCHP) has a Medi/Cal contract with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHSC).

Does Medi-Cal pay for caregivers?

The main Medi-Cal program that provides attendant care to help people with disabilities with personal care, cleaning, errands, and meals is InHome Supportive Services (IHSS). It also pays for other services such as cleaning, laundry, shopping, cooking and washing dishes.

Is IHSS income exempt for CalFresh?

IHSS wages are considered income for purposes of CalFresh.

What is the provider number for IHSS?

(866) 376-7066
Please contact the IHSS Service Desk at (866) 376-7066 during normal business hours of 8am- 5pm Monday through Friday, excluding major holidays.

Does CalFresh count Ihss as income?

What does Cchp insurance stand for?

Contra Costa Health Plan members have $0 costs screening and testing for COVID-19. CCHP now serves over 180,000 people in Contra Costa County and continues to be at the forefront of offering comprehensive, quality health coverage.

What is together with CCHP?

Together with CCHP – Together with CCHP is a health insurance plan for individuals and families living in southeast Wisconsin. Together with CCHP covers over 16,500 members and offers access to high-quality health care from our network of providers.

Who pays for IHSS services?

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) are financed by state, county, and federal funds. Depending on your countable income, you may have to pay for a portion of the cost of services. This is known as share of cost. If you work, you may qualify for no-cost IHSS even if you think you have to pay a share of cost.