Member resources

Kaiser Medi-Cal Member Resources

Helpful contacts and resources, all in one place. Find the right place to call when you need support.

Your Kaiser Care

Primary Care and Appointments

Kaiser Appointment and Advice Line

1 833 574 2273TTY 711

Call for help scheduling appointments, getting medical advice, or determining where to receive care. Kaiser Southern California Appointment and Advice is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Your primary care provider is often the best place to start when you have a new health concern or need help coordinating your care.

24 Hour Nurse Advice

Kaiser Appointment and Advice Line

1 833 574 2273TTY 711

Not sure what to do about a health concern? Kaiser Appointment and Advice can help you determine the appropriate next step, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Kaiser Member Support

Kaiser Member Services

Kaiser Member Services

1 855 839 7613TTY 711

Call for questions about your Kaiser Medi Cal coverage, benefits, and member services. This line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except major holidays.

Transportation

Kaiser Medi-Cal Transportation

1 844 299 6230TTY 711

Eligible Kaiser Medi Cal members may be able to receive transportation to covered medical appointments and services.

For routine appointments, call at least 3 business days in advance when possible. For urgent transportation needs, call as soon as possible. Have your Kaiser ID card and appointment information ready.

Medical Equipment and Supplies

Durable Medical Equipment

1 855 805 7363TTY 711

Durable Medical Equipment includes walkers, wheelchairs, hospital beds, canes, crutches, nebulizers, oxygen, and CPAP machines.

Start by contacting your Kaiser doctor or primary care provider. A physician referral is generally required, and Kaiser determines coverage and appropriate equipment based on your medical needs and plan.

Prescription Support

Medi-Cal Rx

1 800 977 2273TTY 711

For questions related to Medi Cal prescription drug benefits and pharmacy coverage.

Mental and Behavioral Health

Mental Health Services

Mental Health Services

1 833 579 4848TTY 711

Call for help scheduling mental health and addiction medicine services, including therapy, mental health assessments, medication management, and other support.

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Urgent Mental Health Support

Urgent Mental Health Support

1 800 900 3277TTY 711

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for crisis intervention and urgent mental health advice.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988

988Free and confidential

24 hour crisis support from trained counselors.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Community Resources

211

Call 211

211Community support

211 connects you with local community resources, including food assistance, housing resources, utility assistance, transportation, community programs, and other basic needs.

Not sure who to call?

That is okay. Start with your Kaiser care team or ECM Advocate. If you are not sure which resource is right for you, ECM Advocate can help you understand your options and take the next step.

Contact ECM Advocate