Amador County is a “Dependent” county for the CCS program, this means we do not approve or deny requests, we serve as a liaison between the providers, families, and the state. We send all requests to the state for review and determination. We enroll clients into the program, process Service Authorization Requests submitted by CCS providers, and provide families with medical care coordination to help the children attend specialist appointments out of the area.

The California Children Services (CCS) Program coordinates and authorizes specialized medical care for children diagnosed with eligible health care needs from birth to 21 years of age

Eligibility Requirements

• Under 21 years of age
• Participants must have a qualifying medical condition.
• Examples of qualifying conditions include but are not limited to:
• heart disease
• diabetes
• traumatic injuries
• severe hearing loss and more.
• An Amador County Resident
• Meets one of the following criteria:
• Medi-Cal, with full benefits
• Family income of $40,000 or less
• Out-of-pocket medical expenses expected to be more than 20 percent of family’s adjusted gross income
• Diagnostic evaluations
• Adopted with a known health problem that is covered by CCS
• Need for the Medical Therapy Program

For more information or to make an application to the CCS program call 209-223-6630 or visit the California Children's Services website.

Hoja informativa sobre quejas, apelaciones y audiencias estatales de los Servicios para Niños de California

California Children’s Services Grievance, Appeal, and State Hearing Fact Sheet