This is due to a misunderstanding on how Medicaid can be billed. If providers accept children with disabilities who have both private and public coverage, this is mutually beneficial.
According to Medicaid.gov, 27 million children under age 18 are covered by Medicaid. Half of children with special health care needs are covered by Medicaid.1 Medicaid often offers more benefits than employer plans. This is due to the EPDST (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment) provision.
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