Medicaid is intended for which group?

• A. High-income individuals
• B. People with employer-sponsored plans
• C. Poverty stricken people
• D. Senior citizens

Answer: (C)

Medicaid is a needs-based health program designed to help people with limited income and resources access care. It serves low-income individuals and families, including groups like children, pregnant women, people with disabilities, and some elderly, but the common factor is financial need. That makes poverty-stricken people the best fit. High-income individuals typically rely on private insurance, and employer-sponsored plans cover people through work-based coverage. Senior citizens often rely on Medicare, with Medicaid playing a role only for those with very low income or specific circumstances. So the intended group is those with limited finances.