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Block Grant

A type of federal funding provided to states with broad guidelines for spending, often used in discussions around reforming Medicaid. States may receive a fixed amount of money to cover program costs rather than open-ended federal funding.

A type of federal funding provided to states with broad guidelines for spending, often used in discussions around reforming Medicaid. States may receive a fixed amount of money to cover program costs rather than open-ended federal funding.

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Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP)

The federal government’s share of the costs of providing Medicaid and CHIP services to eligible individuals. The FMAP varies by state and is based on the state’s per capita income, with lower-income states receiving a higher federal match.

The federal government’s share of the costs of providing Medicaid and CHIP services to eligible individuals. The FMAP varies by state and is based on the state’s per capita income, with lower-income states receiving a higher federal match.

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