Policy Basics
Policy Basics: Introduction to Medicaid
April 14, 2020
In 2018, Medicaid provided health coverage for 97 million low-income Americans.
A State-by-State Look
Medicaid has transformed health care for low-income families and individuals, including children, parents, pregnant mothers, seniors, and people with disabilities. Below find resources that explain more about how it helps improve access to health care, its successes, and why states should expand Medicaid.
Introduction to Medicaid
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Frequently Asked Questions About Medicaid
November 22, 2019
Blog
Medicaid Works: 10 Key Facts
July 27, 2016
Report
Medicaid Works: Millions Benefit from Medicaid’s Effective, Efficient Coverage
June 2, 2017
Blog
Medicaid at 50: A Critical and Evolving Pillar of U.S. Health Care
July 30, 2015
Blog
Yes, Medicaid Improves Access to Health Coverage and Care
December 15, 2017
Medicaid’s Flexibility
Report
States Are Using Flexibility to Create Successful, Innovative Medicaid Programs
June 13, 2016
These innovative models demonstrate that current Medicaid rules allow states significant flexibility, and disprove claims that current Medicaid rules inhibit state reforms.
Blog
Medicaid Works: Flexible Coverage Supports State Health Innovation
October 6, 2016
Blog
Medicaid Works: For States, Flexible Rules and Reliable Funding
August 16, 2016
Blog
Medicaid Works: Evolving to Improve Health, Lower Costs
August 9, 2016
Blog
Medicaid Works: Medicaid Is an Essential Partner for Supportive Housing
October 18, 2016
Blog
Oregon Medicaid Proposal Builds on State’s Success
October 5, 2016
Medicaid Expansion
Chart Book
The Far-Reaching Benefits of the Affordable Care Act’s Medicaid Expansion
November 6, 2019
A growing body of research shows that Medicaid expansion is yielding significant benefits for those gaining coverage, their families, and their communities.
Blog
Medicaid Works: Expansion Improving Access to Care and Financial Well-Being
October 3, 2016
Blog
More Evidence Medicaid Expansion Boosts Health, Well-Being
January 8, 2018
Report
Medicaid Expansion Producing State Savings and Connecting Vulnerable Groups to Care
June 15, 2016
Blog
Medicaid Expansion Cut Uninsured Rate in Half for Low-Income Rural Residents
September 25, 2018
Medicaid Works for Different Groups
Report
Medicaid Works for People with Disabilities
August 29, 2017
More than 1 in 3 adults under age 65 enrolled in Medicaid have a disability. Medicaid provides essential medical care and supportive services
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Medicaid Works for Children
January 19, 2018
Fact Sheet
Medicaid Works for People with Substance Use Disorders
January 19, 2018
Fact Sheet
Medicaid Works for People in Rural Communities
January 19, 2018
Fact Sheet
Medicaid Works for Seniors
January 19, 2018
Blog
Study: Medicaid for Parents Boosts Preventive Care for Children
November 21, 2017