Many individuals believe that adding a family member or loved one on a bank account will assist in protecting assets from Medicaid. However, unfortunately, this is untrue. However, adding a person as co-owner of a bank account will assist in avoiding probate. Continue reading “A Joint Bank Account Does Not Protect Your Assets When Applying for New Jersey Medicaid”
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Spring Is Here So Update Your Estate Plan to Reflect Life Changes
Whether you are looking to create an estate plan for the first time or want to update an existing plan, Spring is an ideal time to meet with an estate planning lawyer to address your current legal needs and protect your legacy for the future. In this article, we have listed a few important areas of your estate plan to review and update as necessary this Spring. Continue reading “Spring Is Here So Update Your Estate Plan to Reflect Life Changes”
Utilizing A Pre-Paid Irrevocable Funeral Contract (or Trust) To Qualify For Chronic Care Medicaid
When an individual is entering a skilled nursing facility, it may be necessary to complete an application for Chronic Care Medicaid. A skilled nursing facility may cost anywhere from $15,000.00 to $25,000 per month, which can quickly lead to the depletion of available resources. Medicaid is a need-based program that assists with the cost of care in a skilled nursing facility. To qualify for Medicaid, an individual must meet certain asset and income requirements. Continue reading “Utilizing A Pre-Paid Irrevocable Funeral Contract (or Trust) To Qualify For Chronic Care Medicaid”
New Jersey Medicaid Penalty Divisor Increased For Gifts
In order for an applicant to eligible for long term care Medicaid in an assisted living facility or nursing home, there is a five-year look back period. This means that all financial records as well as any gifts made during the previous five years must be disclosed to Medicaid. In accordance with New Jersey law, if an individual or spouse made any monetary gifts over the course of the five years prior, then Medicaid would impose a gift penalty.
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Understanding Medicaid Terms
Medicaid is a state and federal program that provides health insurance for millions of Americans, including low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities. States administer Medicaid to eligible individuals, according to federal requirements. The program is a state- and federally-funded program.
When reviewing a Medicaid enrollment or renewal application there will be several terms that will be crucial to understanding how an individual may be eligible for Medicaid services. The terms, “resources,” “income,” “’set aside’ costs,” and “spousal refusal,” are defined below and should be utilized as a resource for those seeking Medicaid eligibility and renewal.
New Jersey Looks to Expand Medicaid Waiver Program
NJSpotlight.com is reporting that the state of New Jersey is seeking permission from the federal government to expand its Medicaid waiver program for another five years. The program, which began four years ago and is expected to operate until June 2017, is currently being provided to Medicaid patients who are receiving long-term care and other services. Continue reading “New Jersey Looks to Expand Medicaid Waiver Program”
