Question

plz Define : 1.CO-PAYMENT

2.MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH PROGRAM

3.MEDICAID

4.MEDI-CAL

5.MEDICALLY NEEDY

6.PRIOR APPROVAL

7.RECIPIENT

8.SHARE OF COST

9 SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME

10.FISCAL AGENT

ABBREVIATIONS:

1. DEFRA

2. EPSDT

3. MQMB

4. RA

5. TEFRA

Answer 1

1.Copayment

This is also called a copay. In simple when a patient visits the healthcare provider and particular amount is paid for each visit .It can be a fixed amount charged by the healthcare sector to a patient to get the provider visit.

2:Maternal and child health program

This program cares for women and the children of all categories to meet their basic needs and helping them to stay healthy  

3.Medicaid is a health insurance scheme specially designed for low income population, children, disabled or who cannot afford medical treatment. It includes all services expect prescription drugs.

4.Medi_Cal

It is an insurance program designed for low income population in California. In simple it is California Medicaid Service .