Issues: Medicaid/SCHIP

Medicaid is the United States health program for individuals and families with low incomes and resources. It is jointly funded by the states and federal government, and is managed by the states. Among the groups of people served by Medicaid are eligible low-income parents, pregnant women, children, seniors, and people with disabilities.

The State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) is a federal government program that gives funds to states in order to provide health insurance to families with children. The program was designed to cover uninsured children in families with incomes that are modest but too high to qualify for Medicaid.

In Mississippi

Mississippi receives a 3-1 funding match from the federal government, meaning for every 25 cents the state spends the federal government matches with 75 cents.

The state’s eligibility standards for families and children can be found here

The state’s eligibility standards for the elderly and disabled can be found here.

Get Involved

Learn more about and get involved in issues facing Medicaid/SCHIP by visiting the MHAP Action Center.

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