Medicaid

Medicaid in the United States is a program managed by the states and funded jointly by the states and federal government to provide health insurance for individuals and families with low incomes and resources. Medicaid is the largest source of funding for medical and health-related services for people with limited income. Among the groups of people served by Medicaid are eligible low-income parents, children, seniors, and people with disabilities.

External links

• CMS official web site.

:*Medicare

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:*Medicaid

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• Medicare official web site for beneficiaries.
• Medi-Cal - California's version of Medicaid
• Ohio Medicaid Basics A primer on one state's Medicaid program.
• Kaiser Family Foundation - Substantial resources on Medicaid including federal eligibility requirements, benefits, financing and administration.
• National Association of State Medicaid Directors Organization representing the chief executives of state Medicaid programs.
• State Health Facts Data on health care spending, utilization, and insurance coverage, including details extensive Medicaid information.
• State Coverage Initiatives Information on state health reforms, including Medicaid expansion.