In fact, there are many learners of English language who mistakenly used these words interchangeably as if they were synonyms. Despite overlapping, there are certain subtle differences between the two words that will be highlighted in this article.
But unlike Medicare, Medicaid can be used to pay for long term nursing home care in all states. Many states also allow their residents to use Medicaid to pay for assisted living communities or other alternatives to nursing homes such as in-home care.
Medicaid covers inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room services, as long as they are medically necessary. Medicaid will not cover items such as: Private rooms; Private-duty nursing while in the hospital; Any services not medically necessary; and Emergency room services for routine treatment. Medicaid covers medical and surgical services performed at the physician's office, your home, clinic, hospital, or other locations.