What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
Medicaid is a poverty program run differently in every state while Medicare is, in fact a national health insurance program. The premium is deducted from the disability check. There are four parts to Medicare (A thru D). To find out more information about what these parts cover and when to enroll for benefits call 1-800 MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) or go on line to www.medicare.gov.
Medicaid is state run (but jointly funded) program that pays for hospital and medical coverage for certain individuals with limited income and who fit into certain eligibility group. While no premium is paid, there can sometimes be a co-pay for services. The rules vary from state to state. Not all doctors accept Medicaid recipients as patients but Medicaid usually covers more prescription medications than does Medicare.
Some states will assist an SSI recipient with the premiums, deductibles and coinsurance for Medicare, when they qualify for Medicare. You may also be eligible for assistance with the co-pays for prescription drugs under Medicare Part D.
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