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end-stage renal disease

Kidney disease that is severe enough to require lifetime dialysis or a kidney transplant. People of all ages who have ESRD are eligible for Medicare.

entitlement program

A program, such as Medicare or Medicaid, for which people who meet eligibility criteria have a right to benefits. Changes to eligibility criteria and benefits require legislation. For Medicare, the federal government is required to spend the funds necessary to provide...

ERISA

See Employee Retirement Income Security Act.

ERISA health plan

An employment-based plan covered under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act. Whether coverage is provided through insurance or a different method of employer coverage, there are certain essential requirements it must meet. These key elements include: a written...