CHCS October 15, 2025
Medicaid covers about 15 million people with disabilities — over one-third of the nation’s disabled population — and is the primary source of health insurance for disabled individuals in the United States. Beyond medical care, Medicaid funds critical services for people with disabilities, including long-term services and supports (LTSS), assistive technology, school-based therapies, supported employment, mental health services, and non-emergency medical transportation. These services have expanded over decades, improving access to health care, independent living, employment, and overall quality of life.
Despite these supports, many disabled people face persistent barriers that lead to disparities that undermine their health and well-being. People with disabilities experience worse health outcomes, higher rates of chronic conditions, and higher risk of mortality compared to non-disabled...
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