What’s the Difference Between Medicaid and Medicare?

This short video explains the difference between Medicaid and Medicare. While their names might sound almost the same, Medicaid and Medicare are distinct programs with key differences.

This video is one of a series of collaborations between Vox and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. See the full list of videos below.

#1: What’s the difference between Medicaid and Medicare?

#2: What Medicaid expansion means in your state

#3: The profound effect of Medicaid on children’s health

#4: An in-depth look at the citizens who rely on Medicaid