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Key Differences Between Medicare and Medicaid
A key difference between Medicare and Medicaid is that one is primarily age-based and the other is an income-based welfare program benefiting people with limited financial resources, regardless of age. Medicare is available to assist people of 65 or older, and in some cases people under 65 with specific medical disabilities or diseases. It applies … Continue reading
Medicare vs. Medicaid: Key Differences and What Is Covered
In 1965, an amendment to the Social Security Act established Medicare and Medicaid, two government-run health programs. Their similar names can often lead to confusion about what each program covers. In some cases, people may be eligible to be covered by both programs. You also have options in coverage, which makes understanding these two programs … Continue reading