Accident Injury With No Insurance in California
If you were hurt in an accident in California and have no insurance, you still have options for care and for pursuing a claim, and some of them have deadlines.
We are not a law firm or a medical provider. We connect you with doctors who treat these injuries.
Your options in California
California emergency rooms must evaluate and stabilize you regardless of coverage. For follow-up, lien-based providers treat accident patients now and wait for payment, and you may qualify for Medi-Cal depending on income. California also sets a general two-year deadline to file a personal injury claim in most cases, with shorter windows for claims against government entities, so delaying care and decisions can cost you options. Keep records of everything from the first day.
When this is a medical emergency
Go to an emergency room right away, don't wait for a regular appointment, if you have:
- Chest pain, trouble breathing, or severe belly pain
- A head injury with confusion, vomiting, or blackouts
- Numbness, weakness, or loss of movement
- Heavy bleeding or a limb that looks broken
Commonly linked to these accident types
This symptom shows up often after these kinds of accidents. Find help specific to your situation.
No Insurance in California: find a doctor by city
Pick your city to see local care options, or contact us directly. We cover all of California.
Southern California
- Anaheim
- Bell Gardens
- Burbank
- Canoga Park
- Chula Vista
- Compton
- Costa Mesa
- Downey
- East LA Community
- East Los Angeles
- El Cajon
- El Monte
- Escondido
- Fullerton
- Garden Grove
- Glendale
- Huntington Beach
- Inglewood
- Irvine
- Koreatown
- Lake Forest
- Lancaster
- Long Beach
- Los Angeles
- Norwalk
- Oceanside
- Orange
- Oxnard
- Palmdale
- Pasadena
- Pomona
- San Diego
- Santa Ana
- Santa Clarita
- Simi Valley
- South Los Angeles
- Thousand Oaks
- Torrance
- Van Nuys
- Ventura
- Vista
- West Covina
Inland Empire
Bay Area
North Bay
Greater Sacramento
Central Coast
Care options for this symptom
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get treated in California without insurance after an accident?
Yes. Emergency rooms must evaluate you, many providers treat on a medical lien for follow-up care, and you may qualify for Medi-Cal depending on income.
How long do I have to file an injury claim in California?
Generally two years from the date of injury for most personal injury claims, but claims against a government entity can have much shorter deadlines. Do not wait to find out.
Do I need a lawyer to get treated?
No. You can get connected with a doctor whether or not you have a lawyer. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice.
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