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.
Three basic groups are eligible for Medicaid, if they meet specific income and asset requirements: 1  Children and families, including pregnant women. 2  Recipients of Supplemental Security Income. 3  Seniors (age 65 or older) and people who are blind or have a disability.