Basic Health Care

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Basic Health Care is a health program for low-income, uninsured people who live in Contra Costa County regardless of their documentation status. Medical care by this program is provided at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center or at one of our Health Centers located throughout the county. Additionally, medical services are also available at select community clinics.

Enrollment in this program will NOT be considered as part of a public charge test for immigrants. 

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Who Is Eligible

People living in Contra Costa who:

• Have incomes no greater than 300% of the federal income guidelines
• Are not eligible for Medi-Cal or any other health insurance
• Are not members of HMO or PPO health insurance plans

Please note that children under 19 years of age who are eligible for restricted Medi-Cal must apply for the restricted benefit.

How to Apply

 Application/Eligibility Screening

Patients can mail their application and required documents to: 

CCRMC - Financial Counseling 
2500 Alhambra Avenue
Martinez, CA 94553

The application and required documents can also be dropped off at:
Patient Accounting Department
595 Center Avenue, Suite 300
Martinez, CA 94553

Applications and supporting documents for BHC may be submitted by fax to 925-655-2450 or by email to BHCApplication@cchealth.org

Contra Costa Health (CCH) is dedicated to improving the health of all residents, especially those who are most vulnerable. To assist qualifying uninsured and underinsured individuals, CCH has established a Charity Care Program and a Discount Payment Program that provide access to free or discounted medical care.

Ready to apply?

Need more time to learn about Contra Costa Health and our Basic Health Coverage? Explore our FAQs

Call 800-771-4270 to apply.

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