an organization that combines the functions of health insurance, delivery of care, and administration. Examples include the independent practice association, third-party administrator, management service organization, and physician-hospital organization.
Age. There are no age requirements on Medicaid. To qualify for Medicaid the person must have high medical bills, be disabled, require Medicaid to work, be receiving Social Security Income or meet specific financial requirements.
If a person has limited income or financial resources, Medicaid covers a broader spectrum of services than Medicare does. In addition to people over age 65, it usually covers people with disabilities, children, pregnant women, and parents of eligible children.