Ethics & Law · single question
Which U.S. federal insurance program specifically covers elderly patients?
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Correct answer: B. Medicare
- A. SCHIP is the State Children's Health Insurance Program — another children's program.
- B. Correct. Medicare is the federal health insurance program primarily for individuals aged 65 and older (and certain younger individuals with disabilities or end-stage renal disease). Note: traditional Medicare Part A and B have very limited dental coverage.
- C. CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program) covers children from low-income families who don't qualify for Medicaid.
- D. Medicaid is a joint federal-state program covering low-income individuals and families — not specifically the elderly.