What is Medicaid?
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Created in 1965, Medicaid is the United States health program created for people and families with low incomes and resources. The program is managed by the individual state and is funded by both the state and the federal government. The Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) monitors the Medicaid programs for each state and establishes requirements for service delivery, quality, funding and eligibility standards.
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Who qualifies for Medicaid?
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Medicaid was created to support low-income citizens including children, pregnant women, parents of eligible children, people with disabilities and elderly requiring nursing home care. Specific Medicaid eligibility varies from state to state. Contact an Outreach Services Advocate to find out if you qualify for Medicaid in your state.
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What are the different Medicaid eligibility categories?
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Eligibility criteria varies from state to state. Individuals may qualify for Medicaid or state-funded medical assistance based on age, legal blindness or disability, pregnancy or parenting an eligible child. Additional factors such as household income, assets, citizenship and institutionalization also impact eligibility. To learn more about the qualifications for each category contact an Outreach Services Advocate.
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If I have been approved for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) do I automatically qualify for Medicaid?
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In some states once a patient is approved as a beneficiary in the Supplemental Security Income program they may automatically be eligible for Medicaid coverage. Contact an Outreach Services Advocate to find out if you qualify.
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How has Medicaid been impacted by the Affordable Care Act?
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There are a number of Medicaid aspects which will be changed under the Affordable Care Act, please refer to the brief provided by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Click here for brief.
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How do I apply for Medicaid?
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To get an application for Medicaid you can contact your state Medicaid program (see list of state websites here), or you can contact an Outreach Services Advocate who will screen you for eligibility.
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