Health support for your children from birth to age 21

If your child is enrolled in Medi-Cal, they qualify for free health services and support from birth to age 21. This includes check-ups, shots, health screenings, and treatment for physical, mental, and dental health problems.

You can even get free transportation to medical appointments for kids and teens.

It’s important to take your child for regular check-ups even if they aren’t sick. Regular check-ups can help keep your child healthy. They can prevent health problems and catch any issues early.

Care covered by Medi-Cal includes:

  • Physical health services, including primary care and specialist visits
  • Mental health and substance use (drug and alcohol) treatment, including therapy
  • Dental check-ups and follow-up services
  • Vision services, including eyeglasses
  • Treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STI)
  • Lab tests and blood tests
  • All other needed services, as your child’s provider determines

Learn more with Medi-Cal for Kids and Medi-Cal for Teens. Check Your Medical Rights Guide for more information.

Get a $50 gift card in the mail for your baby’s well-child visits

After you bring your child to get 6 or more well-child visits within the first 15 months of your child’s life, you will automatically get a $50 gift card in the mail.

You do not have to fill out any forms. The gift card will be mailed to you after 5 weeks. If you don’t get your gift card after 5 weeks, please call Customer Service at 1(415) 547-7800 or 1(800) 288-5555 (toll free) or 1(415) 547-7830 (TTY). Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm.

You can learn more about the well-child incentive here!

To plan your child’s check-up, call your primary care provider* (PCP) or call the Medi-Cal Member Help Line at 1(800)541-5555 , TDD 1(800)430-7077.

*Your primary care provider (PCP) is the doctor, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner in charge of your health care.

Minor Consent Services

If you are under age 18, you can receive some services without a parent or guardian’s permission. These services are called “minor consent services.” Minors can talk to someone in private about their health concerns by calling the 24/7 SFHP Nurse Advice Line at 1(877) 977-3397. Or you can use Teladoc® for a phone or video visit with a doctor at 1(800) 835-2362 or online.

More Help from SFHP

  • Customer Service: Our team can answer your questions about benefits and health services. Call 1(415) 547-7800, 1(800) 288-5555 (toll-free) or 1(415) 547-7830 TTY. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm.
  • Interpreter Services: You can get an interpreter in-person or by phone for your health visits. When you make an appointment, ask for an interpreter at the same time.
  • Need a Ride? SFHP can help you get transportation to any medical appointment covered by Medi-Cal. Ask your provider or call Customer Service.
  • Interested in Medi-Cal Benefits? See if you or your family can get Medi-Cal through SFHP.

Learn more about your covered Medi-Cal benefits and services.