#1
Which of the following is true about Medicaid?
It is a federal program that provides healthcare coverage for low-income individuals.
ExplanationMedicaid provides healthcare coverage for low-income individuals.
#2
Which population group is most commonly covered by Medicaid?
Children from low-income families
ExplanationChildren from low-income families are most commonly covered.
#3
What is the role of Medicaid Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) in the Medicaid program?
They manage and coordinate healthcare services for Medicaid beneficiaries, often through contracts with state Medicaid agencies.
ExplanationMCOs manage healthcare services for Medicaid beneficiaries.
#4
What is the primary source of funding for the Medicaid program?
Federal taxes
ExplanationMedicaid is primarily funded by federal taxes.
#5
In which year was Medicaid established?
1965
ExplanationMedicaid was established in 1965.
#6
Which of the following populations is typically eligible for Medicaid coverage?
Pregnant women with low income
ExplanationPregnant women with low income are typically eligible for Medicaid.
#7
What is the role of Medicaid in providing coverage for maternity care?
Medicaid covers maternity care for eligible pregnant women, including prenatal, delivery, and postnatal services.
ExplanationMedicaid covers maternity care, including prenatal, delivery, and postnatal services.
#8
What is the main difference between Medicaid and Medicare?
Medicaid provides coverage only for low-income individuals, while Medicare provides coverage primarily for seniors aged 65 and above.
ExplanationMedicaid for low-income individuals, Medicare for seniors.
#9
Which federal agency oversees the Medicaid program?
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
ExplanationCMS oversees the Medicaid program.
#10
What is the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), and why is it significant for Medicaid?
It is the maximum income allowed to qualify for Medicaid, and it helps determine eligibility for the program.
ExplanationFPL determines eligibility for Medicaid based on income.
#11
Which of the following services are mandatory for states to cover under the Medicaid program?
Inpatient hospital services
ExplanationStates must cover inpatient hospital services under Medicaid.
#12
How does Medicaid interact with other healthcare programs such as CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program) and Medicare?
Medicaid and CHIP are jointly administered programs, while Medicare is administered separately.
ExplanationMedicaid and CHIP are jointly administered, while Medicare is separate.
#13
What is the role of Medicaid in providing long-term care services?
Medicaid covers long-term care services for eligible low-income individuals, including nursing home care and home-based care.
ExplanationMedicaid covers long-term care for eligible low-income individuals.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Medicaid?
Universal coverage for all U.S. citizens
ExplanationMedicaid does not provide universal coverage for all citizens.
#15
What is a Medicaid waiver program?
A program that allows states to waive certain Medicaid requirements to test innovative approaches to healthcare delivery
ExplanationMedicaid waiver programs allow states to test innovative healthcare approaches.
#16
What is Medicaid expansion, and which provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) made it possible?
Medicaid expansion allows states to expand coverage to individuals with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level (FPL), and it was made possible by ACA's individual mandate.
ExplanationMedicaid expansion broadens coverage to those with incomes up to 138% FPL, enabled by ACA.
#17
What is the purpose of Medicaid 1115 waivers?
To allow states to implement innovative approaches to Medicaid delivery and financing
ExplanationMedicaid 1115 waivers allow states to innovate Medicaid delivery and financing.
#18
What is the role of Medicaid in addressing the opioid crisis?
Medicaid covers a range of services related to prevention, treatment, and recovery from opioid addiction.
ExplanationMedicaid addresses the opioid crisis through various services.