Do illegals get free health care?

The provision of healthcare to undocumented immigrants in the United States is a complex issue with no easy answer. There are a number of federal and state laws that address the issue, but there is still a great deal of confusion and uncertainty.

In general, undocumented immigrants are not eligible for most federal health insurance programs, such as Medicare and Medicaid. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, undocumented children who are under the age of 19 may be eligible for Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Additionally, undocumented pregnant women may be eligible for prenatal care through Medicaid.

Some states also offer health insurance programs to undocumented immigrants. For example, California offers a program called Medi-Cal that provides health insurance to undocumented children, pregnant women, and people with certain disabilities. Other states, such as New York and Illinois, offer similar programs.

It is important to note that the availability of healthcare for undocumented immigrants varies from state to state. In some states, undocumented immigrants have access to a wide range of health care services, while in other states they have very limited access.

If you are an undocumented immigrant and you need health care, it is important to contact your local health department or community health center to learn about your options. You may also be able to find information about healthcare for undocumented immigrants online.

Here are some resources that may be helpful:

* The National Immigration Law Center: https://www.nilc.org/issues/health-care/

* The American Immigration Council: https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/research/health-care-access-undocumented-immigrants

* The Kaiser Family Foundation: https://www.kff.org/health-reform/issue-brief/health-coverage-for-undocumented-immigrants/