This information sheet discusses Medicare coverage for people age 65 and older or younger people who are disabled by HIV. The information sheet explains Medicare benefits, eligibility, Medicare spending and caseload, and its future outlook. A profile of HIV/AIDS patients receiving Medicare is presented. Filling the gaps in Medicare coverage with Medicaid or other programs such as the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) of the Ryan White CARE Act is also discussed.
Audiences:
Older Adults with HIV/AIDS
Persons with Disabilities
Population:
Health Professionals
Focus Area:
HIV and AIDS
Topics/Subjects:
Treatment and Care
Subjects:
HIV Positive Persons
Older Adults
Publication Date:
2009
Series:
HIV/AIDS Policy Fact Sheet
Format:
Information Sheet
2 p.: col.; graphs, tables.
Last Updated Date:
Publication ID:
35527