MassHealth Update: State Must Be Named Beneficiary on Community Spouse Annuities
Recently, a trial court in Massachusetts maintained that MassHealth must be named the primary benefi...
How Does Medicaid Determine the Snapshot Date?
When developing a long-term care plan and seeking Medicaid benefits for your client, it’s importan...
Updates in Michigan Present a Prime Opportunity for Local Agents
This month, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) made a change to its Medicai...
A Medicaid Planner’s Guide to Completing the Medicaid Application
At the end of every Medicaid plan comes the Medicaid application. Every state has its own specific a...
How Does a Reverse Mortgage Affect Medicaid?
Many older adults may consider using a reverse mortgage to supplement their living expenses. If you ...
How to Choose an MCA Provider
Long-term care planning can be a complicated process. As you explore it with your aging clients, you...
What is a Miller Trust?
To qualify for Medicaid benefits, applicants must meet strict financial requirements, including asse...
Using the “Name on the Check Rule” to Qualify for Medicaid with an IRA
The intricacies of Medicaid eligibility can make it difficult to formulate a clear-cut plan for your...
Medicare vs. Medicaid: How Do They Help with Long-Term Care?
Do you have clients that are exploring their options for long-term care? If so, chances are you’ve...
