Medicaid Fundamentals

Summary

This practice note discusses various aspects of the Medicaid program, such as the general framework, state and federal requirements, waivers, legal challenges, and changes to the Medicaid program under the Affordable Care Act. Attorneys representing healthcare providers and suppliers, health insurance companies, and other healthcare organizations providing services to Medicaid beneficiaries should understand the fundamentals of the Medicaid program to better advise their clients about the impact of Medicaid on their business operations.