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Who’s eligible for Medicaid? - HHS.gov
You may qualify for free or low-cost health care through Medicaid based on your income and family size. Eligibility rules differ among states. In all states, Medicaid gives health coverage to some individuals and families, including children, parents, people who are pregnant, elderly people with certain incomes, and people with disabilities.
What is the Medicaid program? - HHS.gov
Medicaid is available only to certain low-income individuals and families who fit into an eligibility group that is recognized by federal and state law. Medicaid does not pay money to you; instead, it sends payments directly to your health care providers. Depending on your state's rules, you may also be asked to pay a small part of the cost (co-payment) for some medical services. In general ...
What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
Medicaid Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps cover medical costs for some people with limited income and resources. The federal government has general rules that all state Medicaid programs must follow, but each state runs its own program. This means eligibility requirements and benefits can vary from state to state.
CMS Launches Nationwide Push to Remove Ineligible Medicaid Enrollees ...
CMS launches initiative to verify Medicaid/CHIP enrollees' citizenship or immigration status, aiming to protect taxpayer funds and uphold program integrity.
Trump Administration Prioritizes Affordability by Announcing Major ...
Today HHS announced new steps to crack down on fraud in Medicare and Medicaid to protect patients and taxpayers and improve affordability.
Fiscal Year 2026 Budget in Brief - HHS.gov
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 President’s Budget supports missing piece in the American health system—primary the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) care, maternal and child health, mental health, mission to promote the health and well-being of all substance use prevention and treatment, Americans. HHS proposes $94.7 billion in discretionary environmental health, HIV/AIDS ...
CMS Finds 2.8 Million Americans Potentially Enrolled in Two or More ...
A recent analysis of 2024 enrollment data identified 2.8 million Americans either enrolled in Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in multiple states or simultaneously enrolled in both Medicaid/CHIP and a subsidized Affordable Care Act (ACA) Exchange plan.
FAQs Category: Medicare and Medicaid | HHS.gov
Medicaid is a health coverage assistance program for children, adults, pregnant women, people with disabilities, and seniors who qualify due to low income or other criteria.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - HHS.gov
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Program will continue during a lapse in appropriations. Other non-discretionary activities including Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control and Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation activities will also continue.
Where can I find a doctor that accepts Medicare and Medicaid?
Medicaid programs vary by state and each state Medicaid agency maintains their own list of professionals that accept Medicaid. For further assistance, please contact your health plan or your state's Medicaid agency.
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