Health Affairs February 9, 2025
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As of August 2024, the U.S. Medicaid and CHIP programs provide health coverage to nearly 80 million low-income Americans, including children, older adults, veterans and individuals with disabilities.¹ Serving as a support measure within the U.S. health care system, Medicaid enables eligible individuals to access critical care. Eligibility is determined at...