In the United States, individuals are eligible for Medicare because they are aged 65 or older or because of their long-term disability status, and they are typically eligible for Medicaid because they have low income and few assets. Over 12 million Americans are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (i.e., dual-eligible individuals), and many are aged 65 or older, have complex health needs, and are racially diverse.
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