Anticipating the very real possibility of the need for long-term care is something I urge my clients to consider when creating or updating … [Read more...] about What Is the Medicaid “Spend Down” Requirement?
What Is the Medicaid “Look-Back” Provision?
You may make it to your retirement years without ever needing to qualify for Medicaid because you were fortunate enough to be covered by … [Read more...] about What Is the Medicaid “Look-Back” Provision?
What Is the Medicaid Waiting Period?
Many of our older clients are unfamiliar with the eligibility requirements and participant benefits of the Medicaid program because they … [Read more...] about What Is the Medicaid Waiting Period?
Plan Early to Protect Your IRA in Advance of a Possible Medicaid Application
Given the high cost of nursing home care, I often discuss with clients how to protect and manage their estates in the face of this risk. … [Read more...] about Plan Early to Protect Your IRA in Advance of a Possible Medicaid Application
Getting Things Right with Long-Term Care Insurance.
When I discuss estate planning with clients I try and explain the importance of planning for the cost of long-term care within their estate … [Read more...] about Getting Things Right with Long-Term Care Insurance.
Are You Eligible for Medicaid If You Own a House?
I addressed the differences between Medicare and Medicaid as well as introducing some basics of Medicaid Planning in my blog post earlier … [Read more...] about Are You Eligible for Medicaid If You Own a House?
5 Things You Need to Know about Qualifying for Medicaid As a Senior
Like many people, you may have been fortunate enough to make it through your entire working years covered by employer-sponsored or privately … [Read more...] about 5 Things You Need to Know about Qualifying for Medicaid As a Senior
North Carolina Nursing Homes Could be Kicked Out of the Medicare Program
The Medicaid lawyers of Clarity Legal Group®, serving Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas, help seniors to make certain … [Read more...] about North Carolina Nursing Homes Could be Kicked Out of the Medicare Program
What is Considered a Countable Asset for Medicaid?
If you are getting older, it is important that you have a plan for paying for your care should you end up suffering from age related … [Read more...] about What is Considered a Countable Asset for Medicaid?
