.Discuss the sources of health insurance coverage in Kansas state for the following groups, Seniors age 65 and older

Discuss the sources of health insurance coverage in Kansas state for the following groups:

o Seniors age 65 and older

o Children younger than 18

o Low-income families with at least one child, whose family income is below 133% of the Federal Poverty Level

o The self-employed

o Employees of large companies (more than 100 employees)

o Employees of small businesses

o Part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees

o The unemployed

o College students

2. Discuss whether the groups listed above need to contribute to the premiums of their health insurance.

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