Those who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid tend to be

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Dual eligible beneficiaries (those eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid) tend to be disproportionately female and minority. This is partly due to the fact that women tend to live longer and have higher rates of disability, making them more likely to need both programs. Additionally, racial and ethnic minorities are more likely to have lower incomes and chronic health conditions, which also increase the likelihood of being eligible for both programs.

Those Who Are Eligible for Both Medicare and Medicaid Tend