Who can apply for Medicaid disability directly without going through the SSA?

The correct response highlights that children or those with specific objections to federal benefits can apply for Medicaid disability directly without needing to go through the Social Security Administration (SSA). This is because certain provisions allow for alternative pathways to access Medicaid benefits for specific populations, especially children, who may qualify under different criteria than adults.

In many states, children can qualify for Medicaid based on the medically needy program or other criteria specifically designed to assist them, such as being part of a larger family assistance program. Moreover, individuals who object to applying for federal benefits may also seek Medicaid directly, as there are circumstances where applicants might not want to navigate the SSA process due to personal beliefs or compliance issues.

Other options are less relevant because they focus on aspects that do not directly relate to Medicaid's application process. For instance, having no income, being unemployed, or lacking valid identification might influence eligibility for benefits but does not necessarily provide alternative direct access routes to Medicaid disability.