However, they must officially tell the plan or the local Social Security Office, and the change may not take effect for up to 30 days. Call your local Social Security office or the State office on aging to find out what is available in your area. Medicaid is a joint Federal-State health insurance program that is run by the States. In some cases, States require people covered under Medicaid to join managed care plans. Insurance plans and State regulations differ, so check with your State Medicaid office to learn more.
Most plans provide basic medical coverage, but the details are what counts.
The best plan for someone else may not be the best plan for you. Physical exams and health screenings. Care by specialists. Hospitalization and emergency care. Services for drug and alcohol abuse.