A type of health insurance that coordinates services for a given patient through a network of providers, emphasizing preventive care and reduced use of unnecessary services and resources.

Medicaid Buy-In for Working People with Disabilities - A special Medicaid benefit that has a much higher income limit for people with disabilities who are working.  See DOH MBI-WPD website.

A model of care that gives each patient a more personal and continuous relationship with their physician(s). This can include round the clock access to medical consultations, more comprehensive care coordination, and providing both care and health education in a way that respects the patient’s beliefs and cultural background.

A federal category of Medicaid eligibility for people who are unable to afford their medical bills but have income and resource levels too high for traditional Medicaid. They may "spend down" their excess income and resources on medical bills to qualify for Medicaid.  They must not be currently receiving any public cash assistance  benefits, such as SSI or public assistance.  Only certain "categories" of individuals are medically needy:  DAB category (Disabled/Aged 65+/ Blind), and AFDC category (children under age 21,  their parents or other relatives who live with them, and pregnant women).

Medical Insurance and Community Services Administration - A division of New York City's Human Resources Administration that includes Adult Protective Services, the HIV/AIDS Services Administration, the Medical Assistance Program, and the Home Care Services Program.  This is the agency that administers the Medicaid, Family Health Plus, and Child Health Plus programs in New York City.