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Medicaid

78.7 Million People Covered *

* November 2023 Enrollment Report

Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities.  Medicaid is administered by states, according to federal requirements.  The program is funded jointly by states and the federal government.

Related Resources:  Guidance & Regulations, Social Security Act Title XIX (Medicaid), Social Security Act Title XX1 (CHIP)