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Medicare Program

A federal health insurance program in the United States for people aged 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease.

Pharmacist Services

Healthcare services provided by a licensed pharmacist, which can include things like medication management, immunizations, and certain health screenings.

Medically Underserved Area/Population

Geographic areas or specific groups of people designated by the federal government as having too few primary care providers, high infant mortality, high poverty, or a large elderly population.

Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA)

An area, population group, or facility designated by the federal government as having a shortage of primary care, dental, or mental health providers.

Physician Fee Schedule

A list of services that Medicare will pay for, along with the maximum amount Medicare will pay for each service when provided by a doctor or other healthcare professional.

Social Security Act

The foundational law that established the Social Security program and other welfare and health programs in the United States, including Medicare.