Pharmacotherapeutics Definition. Pharmacotherapeutics is defined as âthe study of the therapeutic uses and effects of drugsâ by Merriam-Webster. This is the study of the beneficial and desired effects and uses.
Presumptive eligibility is a process that allows qualified hospitals and qualified entities to determine if an individual can get short-term Medicaid. It provides individuals with Medicaid coverage while HHSC processes their application for regular Medicaid.
Yes, an individual is limited to one presumptive eligibility period per two calendar years (24 months from January to December) or per pregnancy if applying for coverage as a pregnant woman. Children, former foster care children, and parents and caretaker relatives receive full Medicaid benefits.