Medicaid is the United States health program for individuals and families with low incomes and resources. It is an entitlement program that's jointly funded by the states and federal government, and is managed by the states. Among the groups of people served by Medicaid are eligible low-income parents, children, seniors, and people with disabilities. Being poor, or even very poor, doesn't necessarily qualify an individual for Medicaid. Medicaid is the largest source of funding for medical and h… (More on Medicaid)