Medicare Act
/ˈmɛdɪˌkɛər ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A federal statute establishing the Medicare program to provide health insurance to individuals aged 65 and older and certain younger people with disabilities.
The Medicare Act outlines eligibility requirements and benefits for senior citizens.
Forms
- medicare act
- medicare acts
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Commentary
The term typically refers to the original 1965 statute, but may also relate to later amendments expanding Medicare coverage.
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