As of July 1, 2022, a new law in California increased the Medi-Cal asset limit for individuals age 65 and older or persons with disabilities. The asset limit significantly increased from just $2,000 for an individual or $3,000 for couples to $130,000 for individuals and $195,000 for couples. For each additional family member, the asset limit will increase by $65,000.
This increased asset limit allows more applicants to become eligible for Medi-Cal benefits and will allow beneficiaries to retain a greater amount of non-exempt assets and still be eligible for Medi-Cal.
The new asset limits are below:
| Household Asset Limits for Non-MAGI Programs as of July 1, 2022
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| Household size | Asset limits |
| 1 person | $130,000 |
| 2 people | $195,000 |
| 3 people | $260,000 |
| 4 people | $325,000 |
| 5 people | $390,000 |
| 6 people | $455,000 |
| 7 people | $520,000 |
| 8 people | $585,000 |
| 9 people | $650,000 |
| 10 people | $715,000 |
Individuals can contact their local county office for additional information or to apply for Medi-Cal. Individuals can also check eligibility online at CoveredCA.com or BenefitsCal.org.
Merced County Human Services Agency: 855-421-6770
Monterey County Department of Social Services: 866-323-1953
Santa Cruz County Human Services Department: 888-421-8080
