Medicaid is defined as It is a joint federal-state program of health insurance for people with lower income.
Who is eligible and what is covered: Low-income individuals and families, pregnant women may qualify if their income is below a specific threshold, low-income adults, individuals with disabilities, elderly individuals, and individuals receiving long-term care. Hospital and emergency services are covered. Doctor visits, preventive services, prescription medications, mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, long-term services and supports, vision services, transportation, and dental services are covered.