Category archives: Medicaid
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2 months ago
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Each fall, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) renews the federal guidelines that seek to protect individuals whose spouses are applying for or receiving Medicaid long-term care benefits.
These protections, known as the Spousal Impoverishment Standards, help to support the ... [read more]
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3 months ago
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Most seniors want to stay at home as long as they can instead of moving into a nursing home. The little-known Program for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) provides care and services to some nursing home-eligible seniors and disabled individuals, enabling them to remain in their home far long... [read more]
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4 months ago
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, states could not take away Medicaid coverage from any residents enrolled in this program. In recent months, however, this has been changing. If you are on Medicaid, be sure to take some time to understand whether your coverage may be at risk.
How the COVID-19 Publi... [read more]
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5 months ago
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The No Surprises Act is a federal law enacted to protect patients from unexpected medical bills incurred on or after January 1, 2022. It aims to address the issue of surprise medical billing, which can occur when patients receive unexpected charges for their medical care. The Act applies to out-of-n... [read more]
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5 months ago
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Elder law attorneys may specialize in estate planning, incapacity planning, and end-of-life care for seniors. They also help older adults remain in their homes as they age and protect them from abuse.
These practitioners are essential because they work to protect a vulnerable population. To plan ... [read more]
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7 months ago
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Under a federal pilot program, a number of states are using Medicaid funds to cover healthy food costs for Medicaid recipients. Ultimately, the trial program seeks to determine whether nutrition support can help prevent and manage certain chronic illnesses related to diet.
The pilot program’s... [read more]
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8 months ago
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End-of-life decisions are never easy. One of the most important decisions you may make regarding health care as you age could be whether you need a nursing home or hospice care.
To make the best choice for you and your family, it helps to know the difference between the nature of the care provide... [read more]
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8 months ago
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Safe housing that meets older adults’ needs is essential to healthy aging in communities. Many seniors with low, fixed incomes struggle to balance housing expenses with the costs of health care, transportation, and groceries.
Finding inexpensive, safe, and accessible housing can be challengin... [read more]
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8 months ago
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Adults 65 and older constitute the fasting-growing age demographic in the United States. When it comes to elder care, this expanding population is facing a scarcity in people equipped to support them as they get older.
One estimate predicts a shortage of 151,000 paid direct care workers and 3... [read more]
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9 months ago
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Most older adults want to remain in their homes and communities as they age rather than move into assisted living facilities or nursing homes.
For those who wish to maintain their independence and continue living at home as they grow older, taking certain steps to protect their physical, ment... [read more]
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10 months ago
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Seniors who need assistance with everyday activities such as dressing, bathing, and eating are eligible for Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS). Unfortunately, hundreds of thousands of people who qualify for these services – but wish to receive them in their homes or a community setting ... [read more]
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10 months ago
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According to the American Heart Association, high blood pressure contributes to many significant health conditions, including heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and kidney failure. In the United States, 121.5 million adults suffer from high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.
While half... [read more]
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