February 15, 2026

Many middle-class children with disabilities in Pennsylvania are enrolled in Medical Assistance (also known as Medicaid) and rely upon critical Medical Assistance-funded services that enable them to live and thrive in their homes and communities. As explained in our Impact Alerts on home health, medical equipment and behavioral health, Medical Assistance covers a wide range of services and supports for children with developmental disabilities and complex medical conditions, including services that are not covered by private insurance. For children who have private insurance, Medical Assistance also provides co-payments for hospital stays, surgeries, and other expensive treatments that many working families simply cannot afford. To learn more, click here.