hifi-health-news: medicaid eligibility: serious illness and accessing state healthcare programs

If you have a serious illness, you may qualify for Medicaid, even if you don't meet the traditional income requirements. In this video, patient advocate Erica Olenski talks about how she got her son, August Johansen, covered on her state's Medicaid program through his pediatric cancer diagnosis. Be aware: Medicaid programs vary by state and aren't always called "Medicaid," so research your own state's website to determine whether you qualify.