Which individual would not be eligible for Medicaid benefits?

The individual who would not be eligible for Medicaid benefits is the 54-year-old undocumented immigrant. Medicaid is a public health insurance program jointly funded by the federal and state governments, primarily designed to assist low-income individuals and families. Eligibility requires individuals to be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents; undocumented immigrants do not meet this requirement. Therefore, regardless of their income or other circumstances, undocumented immigrants are generally not eligible for Medicaid assistance.

In contrast, a single mother with an income at 120% of the federal poverty line, a young adult with Down syndrome, and a retired individual with Medicare may all qualify for Medicaid under certain provisions, especially if they meet specific income requirements and other eligibility criteria set by their state. These individuals could access Medicaid depending on their situation, making the case of the undocumented immigrant a clear exclusion from Medicaid benefits.