an organization that combines the functions of health insurance, delivery of care, and administration. Examples include the independent practice association, third-party administrator, management service organization, and physician-hospital organization.
Age. There are no age requirements on Medicaid. To qualify for Medicaid the person must have high medical bills, be disabled, require Medicaid to work, be receiving Social Security Income or meet specific financial requirements.
Medicare is usually available to Americans aged 65 and older. In some cases, however, the Medicare eligibility age is lower; people under 65 with certain disabilities qualify for Medicare enrollment.