Medicaid: The Basics
By: AARP Education & Outreach | Source: AARP.org | November 2009
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Medicare Interactive Counselor
This tool can help you answer questions about Medicaid if you are also on Medicare.
Applying for Medicaid
AARP provides information on how to apply for Medicaid.
Additional Resources
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
CMS - the federal agency that runs Medicare, Medicaid, and State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) - offers a wealth of information.
Benefits QuickLINK
Answer a few confidential questions and this online tool tells you which federal, state, and local programs you might be eligible for and how to apply. This site is powered by Benefits CheckUp, a service of the National Council on Aging.
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