Original article by Serena Bettis, General Assignment Reporter at MidValley Times; November 14, 2025, 5:30 pm.
Clinica Sierra Vista was proud to host Covered California Executive Director Jessica Altman and community leaders at our Elm Community Health Center in Fresno for a press conference highlighting healthcare access during the 2026 open enrollment period.
The event, held on November 13, brought together state and local officials to encourage residents to explore their health insurance options through Covered California, despite national uncertainty around healthcare subsidies.
As a trusted Covered California community partner, Clinica Sierra Vista enrolled more than 2,600 patients and families in the last year and assisted with over 3,100 coverage renewals.
CSV’s Impact as a Community Partner
“With every patient that gets covered, there is an opportunity for a better quality of life, not just for that person, but the generations after them,” – Dr. Olga Meave, CEO of Clinica Sierra Vista.
Healthcare Access Remains a Priority
Executive Director Altman emphasized that Covered California remains “laser-focused” on connecting with residents throughout the open enrollment period, which runs through January 31, 2026. Despite challenges surrounding potential premium increases, the state has allocated $190 million to help keep coverage affordable for California’s lowest-income enrollees.
“We’ve learned something after doing this for now 13 years: It’s genuine connection that gets people covered,” Altman said, highlighting the importance of community partnerships like the one with Clinica Sierra Vista.
Read the full story at MidValleyTimes.com.
Read the most recent statement from Covered California.
Free Enrollment Help
Clinica Sierra Vista offers free enrollment assistance for Covered California and Medi-Cal through our dedicated team of Certified Enrollment Counselors. Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing your existing coverage, our team can help you:
- Understand your coverage options
- Navigate the enrollment process
- Determine eligibility for financial assistance
- Complete applications and renewals
- Find the best plan for your family’s needs
For assistance with enrollment, call at (661) 328-4245 in Kern County or (855) 867-7216 in Fresno County.
