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Board revives EsperanzaCare pilot to restore basic primary care for residents losing Medi‑Cal coverage
Summary
Monterey County voted to reestablish a 12‑month EsperanzaCare pilot to provide primary care, limited specialty services, pharmacy and diagnostics to up to 500 residents starting July 1, 2026, in response to federal/state changes that will reduce Medi‑Cal eligibility. The board directed county health staff and Natividad Medical Center to collaborate on cost and funding options.
The board voted Jan. 27 to reestablish a one-year pilot of EsperanzaCare to restore limited primary-care services to residents who will lose Medi‑Cal eligibility due to recent federal changes. County health staff and Natividad Medical Center recommended a 12‑month pilot for 500 members that would cover primary care, pharmacy, labs, radiology and limited…
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