share of cost
- A share of cost is the monthly amount you have to pay for health care before Medi-Cal starts to pay. This is called âmeeting your share of cost.â Your share of cost is calculated based on how much money you make.You donât ever need to meet your share of cost if you do not receive any medical care.If you did receive medical care during the month, you must meet your share of cost before Medi-Cal will pay on your claim. Not everyone on Medi-Cal has a share of cost.Some people qualify for free Medi-Cal. You can ask your worker if you qualify for any free Medi-Cal programs. You should also talk to your worker if you think your share of cost is too high.ot everyone on Medi-Cal has a share of cost. Some people qualify for free Medi-Cal. You can ask your worker if you qualify for any free Medi-Cal programs. You should also talk to your worker if you think your share of cost is too high.