Medicaid Myths and Truths
MEDICAID MYTH #3: Medicaid spending is uncontrollable.
FACT: Due to the recent economic turmoil, a distinct rise in enrollment of low-income families to Medicaid has been observed resulting in an increase in Medicaid spending. However, the cost growth per one enrollee for Medicaid is still lower than coverage under Medicare, private health insurance providers and employee-sponsored insurance coverage. Additionally the rise in health care costs encompasses the whole American health care system, not just Medicaid.
MEDICAID MYTH #4: Medicaid provides insurance coverage that is more than a person really needs.
FACT: The primary role of Medicaid is to provide low-income families, with health insurance. Most of the time, it is also the only option available for disabled, low-income seniors requiring long-term care. The medical attention these people need are not readily accessible to them through other means, giving Medicaid the function of safety net to catch those who are falling through the cracks in the health care system.
