Medicaid provides for a set number of prescriptions and doctor visits each month.
Medicaid is a federal health-insurance program. Participants receive medically related services not covered by Medicare. Although Medicaid is jointly funded by the state and federal government, states individually set eligibility requirements. Medicaid is not open to all low-income individuals.
Enrollment and Eligibility
Applicants can check enrollment and eligibility information by visiting GovBenefits and BenefitsCheckUp or by contacting a county welfare office. Applicants who are 65 years of age or older, disabled, diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer or who are pregnant may qualify to participate in the Medicaid program.
Considerations
An applicant receiving disability insurance is more likely to receive Medicaid if the source of his disability benefits is title 16 -- supplemental-security income. Receiving disability insurance at the time of a Medicaid-benefits application, however, does not always guarantee eligibility.
Application
To enroll in a state Medicaid program, an applicant must fill out an online application or obtain a hard copy application at a local social services office. The applicant must provide the names, gender, and health status of every adult and minor living in his household. Because Medicaid is based in part on income, the applicant must document sources of income and provide an itemized list of household expenses.
Written Notice
The Social Security Administration will issue written notification in the mail confirming if the application is approved or denied. Processing times vary by state. Expect to receive written notification within 30 to 60 days from the filing date.
