The fluorescence microscope is based on the phenomenon that certain material emits energy detectable as visible light when irradiated with the light of a specific wavelength. The sample can either be fluorescing in its natural form like chlorophyll and some minerals, or treated with fluorescing chemicals.
Medicaid QMB is a type of Medicare savings program that helps pay Medicare premiums. The Medicaid QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program) pays a portion of the Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and/or Part B (medical insurance) premium.
You asked for a brief history of the QMB program. You also wanted to know if the state can recover payments made on behalf of QMBs. Congress established the QMB program in 1988 to ensure mandatory Medicaid coverage for people eligible for both Medicare (Parts A and B) and Medicaid (i. e. , dually-eligible).