Introduction to Medicaid

In this introductory video from our Medicaid on-demand training series, viewers will learn the fundamentals of Medicaid, the largest public health insurance program in the United States.

Established in 1965 as a joint federal and state initiative, Medicaid was designed to provide health coverage to low-income individuals, children, pregnant women, people with disabilities and older adults. Today, the program serves more than 72 million Americans and supports a wide range of services, from preventive care to long-term support.

This video explores questions including:

• What is Medicaid, and how did it originate?
• How does Medicaid differ from Medicare?
• What does it mean to be a dual eligible?

This video is designed to provide a clear, accessible overview of how Medicaid works and why it matters.

Watch the video to gain a deeper understanding of how Medicaid shapes health care access and supports communities across the country.