Several CMS programs are highly relevant to nursing, including:
- Medicare: Provides health insurance for people aged 65 and older and some younger individuals with disabilities. - Medicaid: A joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources. - CHIP: Provides low-cost health coverage to children in families that earn too much money to qualify for Medicaid.
Nurses involved in these programs must be knowledgeable about the specific requirements and regulations to ensure proper patient care and compliance.
