This study examines demographic and mental health factors that predict Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) receipt among individuals with primary mental health limitations. We investigated whether age and other demographics directly predict SSDI receipt, if specific mental health symptoms are associated with benefit receipt.

This article examines how Medicaid fraud—such as billing for unprovided or unnecessary services—raises healthcare costs and reduces access to care across the U.S. It evaluates strategies like data analytics, internal compliance programs, and inter-agency collaboration to combat fraud, and offers evidence-based recommendations for strengthening detection and enforcement. Despite current efforts, systemic barriers such as poor coordination and inconsistent provider screening continue to undermine effectiveness, requiring urgent reform.