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- Who’s eligible for Medicaid? - HHS. gov
You may qualify for free or low-cost health care through Medicaid based on your income and family size Eligibility rules differ among states In all states, Medicaid gives health coverage to some individuals and families, including children, parents, people who are pregnant, elderly people with certain incomes, and people with disabilities
- What is the Medicaid program? - HHS. gov
Medicaid is available only to certain low-income individuals and families who fit into an eligibility group that is recognized by federal and state law Medicaid does not pay money to you; instead, it sends payments directly to your health care providers Depending on your state's rules, you may also be asked to pay a small part of the cost (co-payment) for some medical services In general
- What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? - HHS. gov
Medicaid Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps cover medical costs for some people with limited income and resources The federal government has general rules that all state Medicaid programs must follow, but each state runs its own program This means eligibility requirements and benefits can vary from state to state
- Does Medicaid cover dental care? - HHS. gov
Under the Medicaid program, the state determines medical necessity If a condition requiring treatment is discovered during a screening, the state must provide the necessary services to treat that condition, whether such services are included in the state's Medicaid plan
- How to Use Medicaid to Assist Homeless Persons | HHS. gov
A condensed version of the primer on how to use Medicaid to assist persons who are homeless to access medical, behavioral health, and support services
- State Medicaid Plans and Waivers | Guidance Portal - HHS. gov
Guidance for state Medicaid plans and waivers, including what types of services are covered and how LTSS can be covered by waiver
- CMS Finds 2. 8 Million Americans Potentially Enrolled in Two or More . . .
A recent analysis of 2024 enrollment data identified 2 8 million Americans either enrolled in Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in multiple states or simultaneously enrolled in both Medicaid CHIP and a subsidized Affordable Care Act (ACA) Exchange plan
- FACT SHEET: Medicaid Work Requirements Would Jeopardize Health Coverage . . .
Prior research shows that work reporting requirements reduce enrollment in health coverage, limit access to care, and do not increase employment Work requirements would add substantial bureaucratic red tape to Medicaid, putting coverage – and health – at risk for millions of Americans Only one state has ever fully implemented these policies, and nearly 1 in 4 adults subject to the policy
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