Purpose and Objective 510-03-07-10
(New 7/1/14 ML #3404)
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It is known that in addition to imposing financial difficulties, illness and health problems have their effects on personality functioning and interpersonal relationships. Illness can be used as an escape from unpleasant responsibilities and can distort family relationships. Unmet health needs can, therefore, be detrimental to the overall growth and adjustment of individuals and families.
The immediate purpose of the Medicaid Program is to provide an effective base upon which to provide comprehensive and uniform medical services that will enable persons previously limited by their circumstances to receive needed medical care. It is within this broad concept that the Medicaid Program in North Dakota participates with the medical community, to the greatest extent possible, in attempting to strengthen existing medical services in the state.