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1 month ago
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A new report suggests that many people with disabilities will unfairly lose Medicaid coverage as a result of a new requirement in some states that Medicaid recipients work for their benefits.
For millions of people with disabilities, Medicaid is a lifeline. Even short interruptions in coverag... [read more]
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2 months ago
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The median cost of a private nursing home room in the United States increased to $100,375 a year in 2018, up 3 percent from 2017, according to Genworth's Cost of Care Survey, which the insurer conducts annually.
At the same time, Genworth reports that the median cost of a semi-private room in... [read more]
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2 months ago
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A recent case involving basketball star Caldwell Jones demonstrates the danger in having only one spouse's name on a reverse mortgage. A federal appeals court has ruled that an insurance company may foreclose on a reverse mortgage after the death of the borrower, Mr. Jones, even though Mr. Jones’ wi... [read more]
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4 months ago
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We're often asked by clients how our Elder Law Attorneys can help them be prepared for the need of long-term care. Our answer is that as a part of thorough Estate Planning, we create documents that are flexible enough to allow the use of various strategies to obtain and pay for long term care. Sourc... [read more]
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4 months ago
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A power of attorney is one of the most important estate planning documents, but when one sibling is named in a power of attorney, there is the potential for disputes with other siblings. No matter which side you are on, it is important to know your rights and limitations.
A power of attorney ... [read more]
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4 months ago
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Medigap premiums can vary widely depending on the insurance company, according to a new study, so be sure to shop around before choosing a policy.
When you first become eligible for Medicare, you may purchase a Medigap policy from a private insurer to supplement Medicare's coverage and plug some ... [read more]
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4 months ago
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One question we are often asked by clients is how specific they should be in their Estate Planning documents regarding their wishes about having visitors and guests during a serious illness or period of incapacity. We recommend that clients talk with their families about these preferences and write ... [read more]
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5 months ago
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A California daughter and granddaughter's fear of losing their home to Medicaid may have contributed to a severe case of elder abuse. If the pair had consulted with an elder law attorney, they might have figured out a way to get their mother the care she needed and also protect their house.
A... [read more]
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6 months ago
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One question we're often asked by clients is if we can help them find resources to help cover the high costs that can often be associated with aging; such as at-home care or a skilled nursing facility. Our answer is that we are happy to help clients address these concerns by evaluating benefits such... [read more]
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6 months ago
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The federal government has begun mailing new Medicare cards to 59 million Americans. You should keep track of when your new card will arrive and contact Medicare if you don't receive it.
To prevent fraud and fight identity theft, the federal government is issuing new cards to all Medicare ben... [read more]
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6 months ago
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Starting in 2019, providers of home health care services will be required to clock in electronically with Medicaid prior to performing services. However, disability rights advocates and a bipartisan group of senators are calling for the state-by-state rollout of these Electronic Visit Verification (... [read more]
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6 months ago
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We're often asked by clients how they can make sure that their medical wishes are carried out in the event of illness or injury. The designation of a Health Care Surrogate addresses this concern by giving a person you select the ability to make healthcare decisions on your behalf. The document can b... [read more]
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