If you have a loved one who has been admitted to a skilled nursing facility then you probably have heard lots of similar terms you may not completely understand. Terms like Medicare, Medicaid, and Medi-Cal. Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people 65 and older. It covers a large portion of your medical bills, doctor bills, and hospital bills. It is paid for from monies deducted from your Social Security income. Medicare will usually cover the first 20 d