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They bear a few similarities, some of which are:
1. They are primarily federally funded. While Medicare is entirely Federally funded thru taxes imposed upon employers and employees, Medicaid is a joint State-Federal program.
2. Both are funded by taxes. Although the money paid by employers and employees are called "contributions", in reality, neither can opt out of payment.
3. Both have a medical payment element. Among the benefits obtainable through Medicare is a form of health insurance for people who have "contributed" into the system for a stated period of time and who meet other prerequisites. Medicaid also provides medical care, although it is furnished to indigent persons.
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Is medicare and medicate part of department of health and human services?
Medicare and Medicaid are the responsibility of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid, which is part of DHHS. However, Medicaid is administered by the States.
Are Medicare and Medicaid private insurance groups?
Both Medicare and Medicaid are government insurance programs.
How do you bill secondary Medicaid when Medicare is with an HMO?
You submit an EOB from the Medicare HMO with your Medicaid claim.
If you are over 65 and have Medicare and medicaid is Medicare always primary?
Yes, Medicare is primary. Medicaid is always the payor of last resort.
How does the company deal with patients who also have medicaid and medicare?
Medicaid is the payor of last resort. Therefore, bill Medicare first. Bill Medicaid for any expenses Medicare didn't cover.
If you qualify for medicaid will you get back money taken out of medicare before qualification?
You are not required to pay back Medicaid or Medicare.
What does Medicare pay that Medicaid does not pay?
Medicare and Medicaid coverage is virtually identical. The two principal things to remember are: Medicaid is always the payor of last resort (i.e., bill Medicare and/or private insurance first); and, Medicare does not pay for long term custodial care, such as a nursing home (Medicaid does).
Can you get a tubal reversal on Medicare?
I have Medicare and Medicaid can I get a tubal reversal with them.
Can a medicare or Medicaid beneficary join a hmo?
Certainly altho I see no benefit for a Medicaid recipient. The HMO would be the primary insurer and Medicare secondary. Medicaid is always the payor of last resort. However, there shouldn't be any expenses for Medicare or Medicaid to pay.
Why is it important for an individual to know about medicaid and medicare?
Because if you don't you might get stuck in a situation where you you need to know medicaid/medicare
13036, find a Dr. for anxiety who takes medicaid and medicare?
13036, find a Dr. for anxiety who takes medicaid and medicare
What does dual eligibility mean in regards to medicare and medicaid?
"Dual eligibility" means exactly that - eligibility for both Medicare and Medicaid.
