Medicaid
medicaid's Future
The Public’s Views on Potential Changes to Medicaid
Amid discussion of Medicaid changes, most of the public say that the program is important to their communities. Support for Medicaid cuts remains low even among typically conservative groups, such as Republicans, Trump voters, and those living in rural communities.
The Essentials
Health Policy 101: Medicaid
KFF’s new primer on U.S. health policy examines how major public programs like Medicaid, Medicare, and the ACA are structured, funded, operated, and more.10 Things: Medicaid Managed Care
Managed care is the dominant delivery system for people enrolled in Medicaid. Data show that 75% of Medicaid beneficiaries nationally were enrolled in comprehensive managed care organizations (MCOs) in 2022.Medicaid Financing: The Basics
Medicaid represents $1 out of $6 spent on health care in the U.S. and is the major source of financing for state health coverage and long-term services and supports for low-income residents.
Medicaid Section 1115 Waivers: The Basics
We explain how these waivers are used, summarize key waiver requirements, and outline the application and approval process.
Who is eligible
Mapping Medicaid Enrollment
Half of all Republican congressional districts have 21% and half of all Democratic districts have 26% or more of their population enrolled in Medicaid.Seniors and People with Disabilities
More than 1 in 3 people with disabilities (15 million) have Medicaid (35%). In comparison, only 19% of people without disabilities have Medicaid.Services in Assisted Living Facilities
In 34 states, Medicaid covers personal care provided in assisted living facilities, and 29 states make services such as personal care available to residents at all times.What is Medicaid Home Care (HCBS)?
Many older adults and people with disabilities require assistance with self-care, such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Medicaid covers home care services for about 4.5 million people annually.Adults with Mental Illness
Options under consideration in Congress to significantly reduce Medicaid spending could have major implications for adults who live with mental illness
key facts about medicaid
Latest News
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