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Counties | CenCal Health Insurance Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties Monday, February 19, 2024 is Presidents’ Day, our offices will be closed. Have a safe holiday. FONT SIZE: + Decrease font size. + Reset font size. + Increase font size. (800) 421-2560 Support Search Search for: Search Button Who We Are Who We Serve Our Mission, Vision, and Values Strategic Plan Our Career Openings Our News Compliance OUR LEADERSHIP Leadership Our Board of Directors Our Advisory Committees Our Finances Request for Proposal NEED HEALTH COVERAGE? 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Please click click here to access the report. Slide 2024 Community Report Through our 2024 Community Report, we bring our Strategic Plan to life. Click here to view the report Slide Medi-Cal renewals have begun. Make sure your mailing addressphone number are current! Click here for more info Slide Our new MEMBER ACCOUNTS are here! And a more personal healthcare experience for you, our members. Member Login here Slide You can get free testingtreatment for COVID-19 If you have been exposed to COVID-19, you can request antibody testing from your doctor. Here's how Slide URGENT: Do not lose your coverage! Learn how can you prevent this: Learn more Slide No pierda su cobertura Learn more Slide Need Coverage? You may qualify for Medi-Cal. It’s easy to apply. Learn more Slide The COVID-19 vaccination for children is safefree Español: porquedeberia.org Learn more here CenCal Health wishes to remind our providers to remain vigilant as cybersecurity incidents are on the rise nationally. CenCal Health will never solicit provider credentials through an email, and we are available should you have any questions as to the validity of a communication appearing to come from CenCal Health. Please contact our Provider Relations team at (805)-562-1676 with any questions or concerns. YOUR HEALTHCARE COVID-19 VaccinesYour Kids CenCal Health recently produced Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in collaboration with Dr. Steven Barkley, Cottage Health and Dr. Charles Fenzi, Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics. Both providers kindly volunteered their time to deliver messages of encouragement and education for parents, regarding the importance of vaccinating children and adolescents against COVID-19. To learn why and where to get your kids and teens vaccinated against COVID-19, visit: www.whyIshould.org / www.porquedeberia.org How to Apply for Medi-Cal If you have recently lost your health insurance due to job loss or hours reduction, apply now! Come Work with Us Join our dedicated team. Please look at our current listings to find your ideal position.CareersOur Local Community Community-based organizations which offer a wide variety of services that may be available to you.Learn MoreSee our Provider Directory View the primary care providers, specialists, pharmacies, hospitals that work with us. 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 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 Fluoride Varnish Parents, keep your child’s teeth healthy! Healthy gums and teeth are important to a child’s teeth. 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 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 nutrition 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 eliglibity rules. To see if you qualify, visit www.calfresh.ca.gov HEALTHY TIPS Popcorn with Toppings Sprinkle your favorite seasoning on top for a nutrition snack, using just unbuttered popcorn,assorted toppings. Instead of adding butter and salt to your popcorn, try some of these...