Signature Homework: Medicare and Medicaid
Length: 1750 to 2000 words.
Consider how people qualify to receive Medicare and/or Medicaid and write a paper that addresses the bullets below. There should be four sections in your paper; one for each bullet below. Separate each section in your paper with a clear brief heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Start your paper with an introduction and include a "Conclusion" section that summarizes all topics. This paper should consist of at least 1750 words and no more than 2000.
Reflect upon the Medicare and Medicaid programs to address the following:
1) Describe the Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) and explain how the QIO improves policies and healthcare for Medicare beneficiaries.
2) Briefly define the qualifications for Medicare and Medicaid benefits. How can qualifications be modified to serve more people who are considered a vulnerable population?
3) Discuss the impact (including at least two positive and two negative aspects) that the ACA has had on benefits and coverage for Medicare and Medicaid recipients.
4) Describe your role(s) as a healthcare leader as it applies to the practice of advocating for cost effective care for vulnerable populations.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.