Long Term Care Certification Practice Test

Which of the following is NOT likely to be eligible for Medicaid benefits?

1. A person who is unable to work due to a serious illness

2. A person who has limited income and resources

3. A person who is legally blind

4. A person who is enrolled in Medicare

The correct answer is: A person who is enrolled in Medicare

Eligibility for Medicaid is generally determined by an individual's income, resources, and specific circumstances, rather than simply by their enrollment in another program like Medicare. A person who is enrolled in Medicare may still be eligible for Medicaid benefits, particularly if their income and resources fall below state-specific thresholds designed to assist low-income individuals. Medicaid often serves as a supplemental program for those who also qualify for Medicare, offering additional coverage for services that Medicare does not cover. In contrast, the other options describe individuals who typically meet the criteria for Medicaid eligibility. A person unable to work due to serious illness, someone with limited income and resources, and a legally blind individual may all qualify as they often experience financial hardship that qualifies them for Medicaid assistance. Thus, being enrolled in Medicare does not disqualify someone from receiving Medicaid; rather, it is the other characteristics described in the other scenarios that make individuals likely eligible for benefits.