Medicaid provides financial assistance to states and counties for which groups?

• A. High-income families
• B. States and counties for low-income families with dependent children, low-income older adults, and disabled individuals
• C. Private insurers
• D. Veterans only

Answer: (B)

Medicaid is a joint federal–state program that provides funding to help cover medical care for people with limited income. States (and sometimes counties) use these funds to administer benefits for eligible groups. The groups Medicaid targets most directly are low‑income families with dependent children, low‑income older adults, and people with disabilities. It’s designed to ensure access to health services for those who would otherwise have difficulty paying for care. It isn’t designed for high‑income families, private insurers, or veterans only.