Which program provides health insurance mainly for Americans aged 65 and older?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Medicare
- Step 1: Medicare is a federal health insurance program in the United States for people age 65 or older and younger people with disabilities, including those with end stage renal disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease). Answer: Medicare. Why not the others: None of these fit: Medigap; Medicaid; Social Security.
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