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What are needy and needy are two broad classifications of people eligible for Medicaid assistance?
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I am 46 years old make little income not pregnant and have no children I am sick why can I not get Medicaid?
This is straight from the medicaid website - it basically says that not everyone with low income is eligible for medicaid, there are other screening tools. Even if you are low-income, having certain assets may prevent you from being eligible. "Medicaid does not provide medical assistance for all people with limited incomes and resources. Even under the broadest provisions of the Federal statute (except for emergency services for certain persons), the Medicaid program does not provide health care services for everyone. You must qualify for Medicaid. Low-income is only one test for Medicaid eligibility; assets and resources are also tested against established thresholds. As noted earlier, categorically needy persons who are eligible for Medicaid may or may not also receive cash assistance from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program or from the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. Medically needy persons who would be categorically eligible except for income or assets may become eligible for Medicaid solely because of excessive medical expenses."
Are people with diabetes eligible for Medicaid in Texas?
Diabetes is not considered disabling in itself and, therefore, would not qualify one for Medicaid.
How many people does medicaid cover?
The link below shows the details on Medicaid... 29 Million children and 15 Million Adults are INSURED under Medicaid according to the Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the Uninsured in 2010. Their are other forms of assistance other than MEDICAL INSURANCE provided by Medicaid including: * Long Term Care Assistance *Assistance to Medicare Beneficiaries
Does Medicaid help pay for medical bills?
Some people can qualify for Medicaid to help pay medical bills. Medicaid is a state program funded by federal and state taxes to assist those persons who are uninsured or are not able to pay for medical care. Whether or not a person is eligible for such assistance depends on several matters, such as income, assets, specifics of the medical care and/or need, etc. Please contact social services in the state in which the person who may need assistance lives for specific information and help.
Does Medicaid cover health care costs for all poor people?
This is directly from the CMS website (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) www.cms.gov Medicaid does not provide medical assistance for all poor persons. Even under the broadest provisions of the Federal statute (except for emergency services for certain persons), the Medicaid program does not provide health care services, even for very poor persons, unless they are in one of the designated eligibility groups. Low income is only one test for Medicaid eligibility; assets and resources are also tested against established thresholds. As noted earlier, categorically needy persons who are eligible for Medicaid may or may not also receive cash assistance from the TANF program or from the SSI program. Medically needy persons who would be categorically eligible except for income or assets may become eligible for Medicaid solely because of excessive medical expenses.
How many people does Medicaid currently cover?
The number of people that receive Medicaid varies widely. One of the biggest indicator of how many people receive Medicaid is the economy - is the unemployment rate high? If so, there will be an increase in the number of people receiving Medicaid. This is a program designed to help low-income families that do not otherwise have access to healthcare. A person usually needs to have some other "indicator" as well. You cannot simply have Medicaid just because you are "low-income." You have to have minor children in your home, be pregnant, or have a disability (and found to be disabled through SSA, which takes a long, long time!) Anyway, people need to really educate themselves on this program before they come to any conclusions. Thanks!
What was the health insurance for welfare recipients?
People who collect welfare may be, based upon their income, also eligible for Medicaid. Medicaid is a joint federal/state healthcare program for the poor and is a type of welfare.
Why was Medicaid implemented?
To provide low-cost healthcare coverage for eligible persons.
Do people on welfare receive health care?
Yes. In the United States, people on welfare are eligible for Medicaid and may also receive services through the public health department, public hospitals, and charitable organizations.
How much money does the government give to poor people?
The amount of money the government provides to support low-income individuals and families varies depending on the specific government assistance program. This can include cash assistance through programs like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The exact amount received can also depend on factors such as household income, family size, and location.
Can homeless people get free healthservice?
Homelessness does not, in itself, entitle one to health care. Homeless persons must meet the same eligibility factors as anyone else to be eligible for Medicare, Medicaid, etc.
Who are the Agencies which give assistance to people who need help?
Medicaid provides health care to low-income patients. Many of the United States' welfare programs come from the Aid to Families with Dependent Children program. Food stamps and assistance with providing food for the family come from a program called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.
