There is no premium for Medicaid, altho you might have copays. (Persons under age 18 whose family income exceeds Medicaid standards may be eligible for the Children's Health Insurance Program and might have to pay a premium for that program.)
If you're asking about Medicare, Part A is free for most persons. The current (2009) premium for Part B is $96.40.
Medicaid does not typically cover contact lenses or contact lens fittings.
Medicaid plans cover IUD removal.
" If you are under Medicaid and you are in need of an electric wheelchair to make life easier for you to live, you will see that Medicaid will be able to share the cost of buying the equipment or if you are under the managed care plan, you will see that Medicaid will be able to cover all the cost."
In Florida, Medicaid's share of cost for outpatient oncology services operates under the state's Medicaid program guidelines. For individuals with a share of cost, they must meet a specified monthly income threshold before Medicaid will cover their oncology expenses. Once the share of cost is met, Medicaid will cover eligible outpatient services, including chemotherapy and consultations. Patients can manage their share of cost by submitting bills for covered services until they reach the required amount, after which Medicaid will provide full coverage for the remainder of the month.
Medicaid can pay for a mobility scooter, but coverage isn’t automatic and varies significantly depending on the state Medicaid program and the individual’s medical needs. Because Medicaid is jointly funded by federal and state governments, each state sets its own eligibility rules, income/resource limits, and criteria for what equipment is covered. Generally, a power mobility scooter may be covered as Durable Medical Equipment (DME) if the scooter is medically necessary and a doctor provides a prescription specifying that need. To qualify, applicants typically must demonstrate that they require a scooter to perform daily living activities because of a mobility impairment, and that less extensive aids (like canes, walkers, or manual wheelchairs) are insufficient. Some states also require additional documentation — such as physical therapy reports — and participation must be through a Medicaid-approved medical equipment supplier. Coverage can include purchasing a scooter or, in some cases, rental or repairs, but specifics like accessories or battery replacements may vary. Many people find that coverage depends heavily on where they live and how they document their medical need, so checking directly with your state Medicaid office and healthcare provider is essential before proceeding. (pridemobilitydotcomdotau)
Medicaid will file a lien/estate claim on your assets to recover the cost of medical care.
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Bariatric surgery is about 20 thousand with aftercare. Medicaid may pay for some of you cost, but will not likely cover the entire procedure. The surgery must be needed because of other medical conditions besides obesity.
There are different types of bypass surgery. The cost varies, depending on the location (in the country) and the practice. If you were to pay out-of-pocket for the procedure, it would likely cost $40-$50K.
The cost of Medicaid can vary depending on the state and individual circumstances. In general, the overall annual cost of Medicaid in the United States is estimated to be around $600 billion. This includes federal and state contributions to the program.