Elder Law

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In most states the Patient Bill of Rights suggests that you have the right to refuse treatment and be told what effect this may have on your health. As long as you're cognitive. I'll let a lawyer suggest an approach if they are not. Did your husband speak to his dad about this matter? Had dad... more
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This is a very interesting question. You always want to review the contract you/your dad signs with the nursing home regarding collections and their policies to make sure you are clear on what they can or cannot do to collect outstanding bills. In my experience, the nursing home does not use peronal... more
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As you know, Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources. Medicaid also offers benefits not normally covered by Medicare, like nursing home care and personal care services. Each state has different rules about... more
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You would want to find out if your dad has a Advance Health Care Directive (AHCD), which is a legal document that names an agent to make medical decisions on his behalf. Along with this document, your dad should consider having a Living Will which addresses end of life decisions such as if he were... more
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