Medicaid
Medicaid is a health coverage program in the United States that’s designed to provide access to healthcare services for individuals and families with limited income and resources. It’s a joint initiative funded by both the federal and state governments.
Understanding Medicaid
Medicaid is a health coverage program that caters to various groups including low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities. The program is flexible, allowing states to cover more people and offer additional services.
Role of Medicaid in Home Care
Medicaid plays a pivotal role in home care. It can help cover the costs of home health care for those who meet the eligibility criteria. To be eligible for home health care under Medicaid, the services must be deemed medically necessary. The minimum services covered under home health care include nursing services, home health aide services, and medical supplies.
How Does Medicaid Work?
Medicaid operates through funding from both federal and state governments. The rules governing Medicaid are derived from these two sources as well. While the federal government sets certain baseline standards, states have the flexibility to decide on the extent of services they provide, especially in home care.
Within each state, there are multiple Medicaid programs, each offering different home care benefits. States have a Medicaid State Plan (also known as Regular Medicaid) and Institutional Medicaid (which does not cover home care). Additionally, there are Medicaid Waivers that serve as alternatives to Institutional Medicaid.
