Who qualifies for Medicaid under the expansions made by the ACA?

The correct answer is that Medicaid under the expansions made by the ACA is designed specifically to cover low-income individuals and qualified immigrants. The Affordable Care Act aimed to broaden access to Medicaid to include individuals earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level. This expansion means that it is accessible not only to citizens but also to certain legally residing immigrants who meet this income threshold.

Qualified immigrants include individuals who have been granted asylum, refugees, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and other specific categories of immigrants who meet certain residency requirements. This is significant because it reflects the ACA's objective to enhance healthcare access for vulnerable populations who might otherwise fall through the cracks of the healthcare system.

In contrast, the other choices do not accurately reflect the specifics of Medicaid eligibility under the ACA. For instance, while it is true that citizens qualify for Medicaid, the program under the ACA specifically expands coverage beyond just citizens. The option stating all residents regardless of income is incorrect because Medicaid eligibility is strictly income-based, and there is no universal coverage for all residents. Lastly, the option regarding non-citizens only fails to recognize that not all non-citizens qualify for Medicaid, as only certain immigrant statuses are recognized under the ACA provisions.