1. Medicaid
Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that provides free or low-cost healthcare coverage to eligible low-income individuals and families. Eligibility criteria, benefits, and coverage vary by state. 2. Medicare Savings Programs These programs help low-income Medicare beneficiaries with Medicare Part B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance. They include: Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Program. Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) Program. Qualified Individual (QI) Program. Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals (QDWI) Program. Extra Help is a federal program that assists with Medicare Part D prescription drug plan costs, including premiums, deductibles, and copayments, for eligible low-income individuals. 3. Extra Help ( Low-Income Subsidy )
4. State Children's Health Insurance Program ( chip )
CHIP provides free or low-cost healthcare coverage for children in low-income families. Eligibility criteria and benefits vary by state.
Formerly known as food stamps, SNAP helps low-income individuals and families purchase food. Eligibility and benefit amounts depend on factors such as income, household size, and expenses. 5. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ( snap ) Formerly known as food stamps, SNAP helps low-income individuals and families purchase food. Eligibility and benefit amounts depend on factors such as income, household size, and expenses. 6. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families ( tanf )
7. Women, Infants, and Children ( wic )
WIC offers nutrition assistance, education, and support to low-income pregnant women, new mothers, and young children. The program provides specific foods, including infant formula and healthy foods.
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