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29 hours ago Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) accepts a broad range of payment and insurance plans, including Covered California and Medi-Cal, to cover the cost of health care services. In addition, all FHCSD clinics operate on a sliding fee scale, which means the cost of services … >> Go To The Portal


Pay your medical or dental bill online. Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) accepts a broad range of payment and insurance plans, including Covered California and Medi-Cal, to cover the cost of health care services.

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What is Medi-Cal in California?

Medi-Cal is California’s state-managed version of Medicaid, a federal health insurance program designed for low-income individuals and families. It provides low-cost and no-cost health insurance coverage to individuals and families that meet certain eligibility requirements.*.

What age can I get full coverage for Medi-Cal?

Full coverage Medi-Cal services are now available to young adults between ages 19 to 26, regardless of legal residency status, as long as they meet income and other eligibility requirements. Full coverage Medi-Cal includes primary care, dental and vision services, as well as some specialty care.

What is covered California?

Covered California is a private health insurance exchange that was established through Affordable Care Act legislation for individuals and families not eligible for Medi-Cal. This program allows California residents to purchase quality health insurance plans to fit individual and family needs. The cost of each insurance plan is based on certain ...

What is Calfresh enrollment?

CalFresh is also known as the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). CalFresh is a program for low-income families and individuals that meet certain income guidelines.

Telehealth Appointments Available

You can continue to receive affordable, high-quality health care through phone calls or interactive videos with your provider for many of our services.

COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments

Anyone who lives or works in San Diego County can schedule COVID-19 vaccination appointments at any one of our vaccination sites.

Telehealth Appointments Available

You can continue to receive affordable, high-quality health care through phone calls or interactive videos with your provider for many of our services.

COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments

Anyone who lives or works in San Diego County can schedule COVID-19 vaccination appointments at any one of our vaccination sites.

Telehealth Appointments Available

You can continue to receive affordable, high-quality health care through phone calls or interactive videos with your provider for many of our services.

To Request a Copy of Your Medical Records

Print and complete the Authorization to Release Medical Information form. The form must be completed, dated and signed in order to release your medical records. Forms may be faxed to (619) 798-3696. Once received, your request will be processed within seven business days.

Release of Information

A patient, or their legal representative, may inspect and/or obtain a copy of their records, or have copies of records sent to another facility.

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