Christy since we just went through this I can address your concerns.
If your son is deemed disabled by the agencys Dr. he will get Supplemental Security Income. Anyone receiving SSI is automatically enrolled in Medicaid.
We also have our son covered under a special umbrella in husband's insurance for disabled/special needs adult children.
So the first step is to have him apply at about 17 so that you have enough time to get through the system. Once he is approved and turns 18 he will receive benefits.
I found this all out as I went through the system. It is intimidating but the info is on the SSI site that is posted above.
