It appears that over 80% of those that actually sign up for “Obamacare” coverage are going on Medicaid, so in essence it already is a Single Payer plan.
Medicaid is just Medicare for people under 65.
Medicaid is just Medicare for people under 65.
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Medicaid is a 100% paid, no premium, no deductible, no co-pay covers medical, dental, eye care govt paid plan.
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Medicare is a monthly premium, annual deductible, 20% co-pay, no dental or eye care for an aging population that spends more on failing eyes and teeth than youngsters. Plus Medicare enrollees when working paid Medicare withholding taxes.
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There is no comparison between the 2 other than they are govt administrated. Medicare is hardly a freebie.