answersLogoWhite

0

Well, it is tough to say the exact number. However Medicare and Medicaid are mandatory spending for the government. Medicare and Medicaid, last year, were a combined 26% of the U.S. federal Budget

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What branch of government regulates medicare part b?

social security


If you accept Medicare do you not get your social security?

Acceptance of Medicare has no effect on your eligibility for Social Security.


Which government programs help cover costs of retired Americans?

Social Surcurity


Is used by the federal government to support Social Security and Medicare programs?

idek rt


Are social security and Medicare different from social welfare?

No! Both social security, medicare, and food stamps; are all forms of social welfare.


What percentage of income is withheld for social security by the federal government?

Social Security also known as FICA is taxed at 6.2% of income. Medicare is taxed at 1.45%.


How much has the Government pilfered from the Social Security and Medicare funds since inception?

16 trillion Dollars


Social security amd medicare are taking out of your income as taxes?

Yes. Social Security and Medicare are taken out of your income before you see your paycheck. Your employer also pays an additional Social Security and Medicare tax to your account.


What merit good does the US government pay for through the medicare payroll tax?

Retirement benefits -- apex.


Does Social Security pay for liposuction?

No. Social Security pays cash benefits and makes disabled and retired people eligible for Medicare, medical insurance available through the US government. Medicare does not pay for elective procedures, like liposuction.


What government organization handles the funds for the medicare program?

The Social Security administration is responsible for collecting and handling the funds.


What is Medicare sn?

It is your social security number