U.S. Sen. Rick Scott of Florida criticized New York’s Medicaid program, saying it gets far more from the federal government ...

The budget reconciliation bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives could have major ramifications for spending on ...

In fiscal 2023, the most recent year for which detailed financial information is available, Medicaid’s net cost was $894.2 ...

Supporters say the measure will root out waste, fraud, and abuse. Opponents say the effects could be devastating for ...

The Florida Department of Children and Families website provides an up-to-date chart of income limits and eligibility tools. Covering Central Florida also offers free assistance for those seeking ...

Florida’s economy relies on a healthy workforce. That means preserving Medicaid, which 3.9 million Floridians depend on.

Stabilize Medicaid and CHIP Coverage Act: This bill aims to provide 12 months of continuous eligibility for Medicaid and CHIP enrollees, reducing coverage disruptions due to temporary income changes.

Deep reductions in spending on Medicaid and food programs for low-income families would have a crushing effect on Florida — from state government, which would have to absorb more of the ...

CBS News Miami Live. A major Medicaid managed-care plan last year made a $10 million donation to a direct-support organization tied to a signature program of Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis as ...

Regular Medicaid/Medicaid for Aged and Disabled (MEDS-AD): Effective from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, the income limit for a single applicant is $1,149 per month, with an asset limit of $5,000.

Medicaid offers health coverage for people with limited income and resources. Any federal-government cuts to Medicaid could affect about 700,000 seniors in Florida now covered, including those in ...

In states that have expanded Medicaid coverage, people can qualify based on income alone, and if their household income is below 133% of the federal poverty level, they are eligible for Medicaid ...