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How can we pay for nursing home care now that my spouse has had a stroke?
The cost of long term care can be devastating for a married couple. The Medicaid eligibility rules allow a married couple to protect some assets to provide for the spouse who is still living at home. The eligibility rules are complex and there is a lot of misinformation about how a spouse can qualify for benefits.
Can I give away assets to my children so that I can qualify for Medicaid?
Depending upon your individual circumstances it may be possible to make gifts to protect some of your assets from the cost of long term care. The Medicaid gift rules are complex and the consequences of making a mistake are costly. Before you give away assets to qualify for Medicaid you need to be clear on how gifts will affect your future eligibility for Medicaid.
Can Medicaid help with my cancer treatment since I do not have health insurance?
Depending upon your disability status, assets and income it may be possible to look to the Medicaid program to help with medical expenses if you do not have health insurance.
How can an attorney help with Medicaid eligibility?
In order to qualify for Medicaid benefits, your income and assets must be below specific limits. In some cases, particularly for married couples and disabled individuals under the age of 65, there are options to protect assets and at the same time bring your assets below the Medicaid asset limits. But, the Medicaid eligibility rules are complex and change frequently. It is important to consult with an attorney knowledgeable about this program to get accurate, thorough and reliable advice on your options. Mistakes can be costly and information on the internet or through other public sources is often inaccurate or incomplete.
How does Isenhour Bleck help with Medicaid issues?
The attorneys at Isenhour Bleck have extensive experience in dealing with the Medicaid program’s rules. We regularly make presentations to attorneys and other professionals around the State of Washington regarding these rules. We have in-depth meetings with our clients to explore the options and strategies available to them. We look at Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans benefits, long term care insurance, available income and assets to help individuals and families plan for how to pay for long term care. After this meeting, we develop a comprehensive written plan that explains the available options and a detailed guide to implement the plan. Then, we provide ongoing, step-by-step assistance to guide our clients through the process of accessing Medicaid benefits.
We can help you with the following:
· Asset protection planning · Applying for Medicaid benefits · Evaluating the various care options for you or a family member · Explaining the limitations on Medicare and private health insurance payment coverage for nursing home care and catastrophic illness · Protecting property from a Medicaid lien |
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