YOUR HEALTHCARE

Empowering a Healthy Community

We insure over 179,000 members and contract with over 300 primary care providers, and have more than 1400 specialist providers.
We have been serving Santa Barbara County since 1983 and San Luis Obispo County since 2008.
We are known as a local community health plan, and our main program is Medi-Cal.
We are committed to making a difference here on the Central Coast, and we live and work in the community we serve.

How We Make a Difference

Those of us that work at CenCal Health strive to make a difference in people’s lives. Read More

Member Testimonials

Member's needs are our priority. Learn how our members notice our extra care. Read More

Our Programs

Learn more about some of the health programs that are available to you and your family. Learn More

Come Work with Us

Join our dedicated team. Please look at our current listings to find your ideal position. Job Openings

Our Local Community

Community-based organizations which offer a wide variety of services that may be available to you. Learn More

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Member Testimonial

HEALTHY TIPS

Recognizing UTI Symptoms

Learn how to recognize signs of a UTI (urinary tract infection). Adults and children can both get a UTI. You may have a UTI if you notice:

Pain or burning when you urinate
An urge to urinate often
Pressure in your lower belly

If you think you have a UTI, call your doctor. They will prescribe antibiotics, which treat most UTI's. To learn more click here.

HEALTHY TIPS

Back to School

It's never too early to start planning for the next school year. Visit our Back to School page to learn about things you can do over the summer break to prepare for having a healthy school year.

Vaccines
Planning meals
Planning a safe route to school
And more

Take Care of your Emotional Health

Your mental and emotional health is just as important as your physical health. Check out this Toolkit for Emotional Wellness to learn tips on maintaining good emotional health!

CenCal Health members, you have mental health benefits available. Call 1-877-814-1861 to learn more. Or check out our Member Handbook for details.

Cervical Cancer Awareness

CenCal Health members: You have coverage for cervical cancer screening!

If you are a woman 21 years or older, you should get screened for cervical cancer. Call your doctor today to make an appointment.

You have the #powertoprevent cervical cancer. Visit cancer.org/fightcervicalcancer to learn more.

Mammogram Reminder

As you get older, your chances of having breast cancer go up.

For women age 50-74, getting mammograms (x-rays of the breast) every 1-2 years is one of the most important things to do. It helps find cancer early--when it is smaller and easier to treat. Finding breast cancer early can help save your life!

If you have not have your routine mammogram, please call your doctor today to make an appointment.

Nurse Advice Line

Caring nurses are available to CenCal Health members 24/7 to answer any health question.

Nurses can help when you:

Are unsure of using the Emergency Room
Have questions about your medication
Want to learn more about chronic conditions

Make informed decisions about your health. Call 1-800-524-5222

Welltopia is a new website with free resources for you and your family. Find trustworthy resources on Welltopia, the place of wellness.

Visit www.MyWelltopia.com today for links on:

Jobs
Healthy eating
How to manage your stress
Health insurance
Housing
Social services, and more!

It's easy to find your way to healthy living and wellness.

Fluoride Varnish

Parents, keep your child's teeth healthy!

Healthy gums and teeth are important to a child's health. Once your child has a tooth, your doctor may recommend fluoride varnish. Fluoride varnish is a safe product that can strengthen teeth and can be applied 2-3 times per year. Fluoride Varnish is a benefit for CenCal Health members.

To learn more about how to keep your child's teeth healthy, visit www.mouthhealthy.org

HEALTHY TIPS

Schedule your Health Screenings!

Proper screenings and tests can help prevention and treatment of many health conditions. If a problem is caught early, it is easier to treat. Talk to your doctor about which screenings to get.

Click here to read more about CenCal Health's Preventive Health Guidelines

HEALTHY TIPS

Healthy Eating Patterns

Find your healthy eating style and maintain it for a lifetime. Everything you eat and drink over time matters.
The right mix can help you be healthier now and in the future.

MyPlate can help you learn how to eat right. Use the site to learn about the types of food that are best for you.

Visit www.chosemyplate.gov for more.

HEALTHY TIPS

Cal Fresh

Good nutrition is an important part of being healthy.

CalFresh can add to your food budget to put healthy and nutritious food on the table. With the CalFresh EBT card, you can buy more fruit, vegetables, and other healthy foods for you and the whole family.

CalFresh is a federally funded, state managed, and county-operated government program designed to eliminate hunger in the United States.

Your eligibility for CalFresh benefits is determined by your income and other non-financial eligibility rules.
To see if you qualify, visit www.calfresh.ca.gov

HEALTHY TIPS

Popcorn with Toppings

Sprinkle your favorite seasoning on top for a nutritious snack, using just unbuttered popcorn, & assorted toppings.

Instead of adding butter and salt to your popcorn, try some of these toppings:

Soy sauce
Balsamic vinegar
Paprika, Cayenne pepper, Red pepper flakes
Nutritional yeast

HEALTHY TIPS

Rethink your Drink

Did you know one soda has 14 teaspoons of sugar and 227 calories? Here are some drinks that are healthier for you:

Water flavored with lemon, orange, strawberry, or cucumber
Unsweetened ice tea
100% juice

Stay away from drinks with these ingredients: fructose, sugar, syrup, corn syrup, sucrose, dextrose, high-fructose corn syrup, fruit juice concentrates

HEALTHY TIPS

Recipe: Watermelon Salsa

Makes 8 servings (1/2 cup per serving)
Ingredients:
3 cups seeded and chopped watermelon
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon seeded and chopped jalapeño
2 tablespooons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Preparation: Mix all ingredients, serve
Per Serving (g): Cal: 28, Carb: 6, Fiber: 1, Prot: 1, Tot. Fat: 1, Sodium: 2