Medicaid Assistance

Social Security and Social Security Disability Insurance Medical Qualifications
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) both require medical determination. Still, there are some differences in the eligibility…

A Medicaid Planning Strategy with an Elder Law Attorney
Low-income individuals and families can receive health insurance through Medicaid. However, Medicaid planning has become a growing trend among individuals with higher…

Medical Bill Surprises Eliminated
If you have insurance coverage but still receive huge bills due to a medical emergency, it can be especially difficult. For example,…

How Medicaid Works
Millions of Americans receive comprehensive medical coverage and financial protection through Medicaid, a federal and state public health insurance program. The program…

Annuities for Married Couples
Many Medicaid applicants are denied coverage for long-term care because they have too much money or too many assets…

A Spouse’s Right to Protection Against Poverty
It was 30 years ago when Congress enacted safeguards to protect the savings of married couples who use Medicaid. These protections prevent…

Assisting Family Members With Their Care
Isn’t it more sensible for a family member to assist a senior with care at home than to pay an outside agency…

Medicaid Crisis Planning: When Does It Make Sense?
Medicaid is a federal and state program that helps people meet certain asset requirements pay for long-term care (LTC). Long-term care often…

Understanding the Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP)
The Federal Long-Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) offers long-term care for federal or US postal employees or any active or retired Uniformed…

Could Gift Giving Be Detrimental to My Medicaid Assistance?
A person needing possible Medicaid assistance in the future should not be giving any gifts. This can be sad if that person…