Thanks to advances in medicine and healthcare technology, Americans are living longer than ever before. Living longer also means that more people will require long-term care in a nursing home or assisted living facility, and many seniors struggle to afford such care.

Medicaid Planning

Medicaid is a complex benefits program created by the federal government and administered by each state for its residents. One of those programs is Medicaid Long-Term Care, which is intended to help those who require ongoing medical care, including care in a nursing home.

Medicaid is subject to many complex rules and regulations regarding eligibility. It is important to work closely with a qualified elder law attorney long before you expect to need Medicaid benefits, as the application process often includes a several-year review of an applicant’s finances. Our experienced elder law and Medicaid attorneys provide guidance on how to qualify for Medicaid benefits for long-term care, while preserving assets for future generations, with the creation of trusts and other asset transfers. If you or a loved one is currently in need of Medicaid assistance, it is not too late. There may be avenues available to help you, but it is important to act quickly.

Appeals of Long Term Care and Medicaid Denial

Many individuals apply for Medicaid Long-Term Care Benefits with the help of a caseworker at a government agency or a nursing facility. While caseworkers may be familiar with most of Medicaid’s rules, regulations, and guidelines, they are often dealing with many applicants at once and may not have the time to provide the attention to detail that is vital for a successful application. If you went through a caseworker for your initial application, there are many reasons why your application may have been denied. Miscommunication between you and your caseworker could have resulted in lost documents, missed deadlines, and the lack of required information. It is also possible that the person who reviewed your application did not do so properly.

In some cases, it may be possible to resolve your denial without the need for a formal appeal. Our skilled attorneys will review your case and your application, looking for any rectifiable errors. If a formal appeal is necessary, we will aggressively advocate on your behalf so that you can get the benefits and care that you need.

Medicaid Asset Protection Trust

A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust is a specialized irrevocable trust designed to help individuals protect their assets while qualifying for long-term care benefits through Medicaid. By placing assets into a MAPT, you can remove them from your countable estate-shielding them from Medicaid’s asset limits and spend-down requirements-while preserving wealth for your loved ones. MAPTs are a key strategy in elder law and long-term care planning, allowing you to secure the care you need without sacrificing your hard earned assets.