We Can Help You Get Covered
San Mateo County Health’s Health Coverage Unit (HCU) helps
residents get access to health care. Our enrollment counselors
guide you through the process, explain your options and help you
apply. This service is free.
Call us at 650-616-2002 or email info-hcu@smcgov.org. One call
connects you to the program that best fits your needs. Make an
appointment for a free health coverage screening, even if you
think you won’t qualify or already have private insurance that’s
not from a job.
Who Qualifies
Eligibility for health coverage depends on:
- Income – Programs have income limits based on the Federal
Poverty Level (FPL).
- Immigration status – Many programs are available regardless
of immigration status. Legal status is not required for
County-funded coverage.
- Where you live
- Other factors – Age, disability, family size or medical
need.
Our team will review your situation and let you know which
program you qualify for.
Programs We Can Connect You To
State, Federal Programs and Non-Governmental
Programs
- Medi-Cal – Free or low-cost health coverage for children and
adults with limited income.
- Covered California – State’s insurance marketplace with tax
credits and cost-sharing help.
- Medicare – Health coverage for adults 65+ and some people
with disabilities.
- Kaiser Community Health Coverage Program (CHCP) – Free health
coverage for children and adults with limited income who don’t
have access to other health coverage.
- Special Programs – Family Planning, Access and Treatment
(PACT), Every Woman Counts (EWC) and Breast and Cervical Cancer
Treatment Program (BCCTP).
County Programs
- Access to Care for Everyone (ACE) – Health benefits for
uninsured, low-income residents ages 21–64.
- Charity Care – Free hospital and clinic care for those who
cannot pay their bill.
- Discounted Health Care (DHC) – 65% discount for uninsured or
those with high medical costs.
- Financial Hardship Assistance (FHA) – Waives bills if you are
facing financial hardship.
- Sliding Fee Scale – Reduced costs for farmworkers and people
experiencing homelessness.
How to Apply
We make it easy to apply:
- Call us at 650-616-2002 to start your application.
- You can also apply online, in person, by phone or with
partner agencies.
- To better serve you, appointments are preferred, but walk-ins
are welcome at all locations.
Locations and Hours:
Monday – Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday*: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
*We close at 2:30 PM the 2nd Thursday of each month.
- Coastside Clinic
225 S. Cabrillo Hwy., 100A, Half Moon Bay
Open Mondays only
- Daly City Clinic
380 90th Street, Daly City
- Fair Oaks Health Center
2710 Middlefield Road, Redwood City
- San Mateo Medical Center
222 West 39th Ave, San Mateo
1st floor, SMMC Information Desk, 2nd floor,
Nursing Wing, outside 2AB
What to Bring:
- Proof of income for all working members of the household (if
any)
- Proof of identity
- Proof of address
- Social Security or Tax ID number (if you have one)
- Immigration or work documents (if you have them)
Call Us Today
Call 650-616-2002 or email info-hcu@smcgov.org. Our team
will connect you with the right program and make sure you and
your family are covered.
Additional Resources
Community Information Handbook – a resource guide for the
residents of San Mateo County including nonprofit agencies,
government programs, and community organizations. English
or Spanish
