Skilled Nursing Facility

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This question depends on what type of Medicare insurance you have. There are two types of Medicare plans traditional (Medicare part A/B) and Medicare Advantage Plan (Medicare part C). Under the traditional Medicare plan, in order to qualify for a Skilled Nursing Facility stay you must met a 3 day... more
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Medicare is a federal insurance program paid out of Social Security deductions. All persons 65 or older who have made Social Security contributions are entitled to the benefits, as well as persons under 65 with disabilities who have been eligible for Social Security disability benefits for... more
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Unfortunately, no, Medicare does not pay for long term care in a nursing home. Only your own money or if you and she can qualify will Medicaid pay for your wife's nursing home care. Your state is an income cap state, you if your income is too high, regardless of the assets you have, you still may... more
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Without understanding your plans or financial situation completely, I’ll explain the rules and give guidance of where to turn to for specific answers on your situation. Medicare Part A only covers skilled care given in a certified nursing facility for individuals who meet certain conditions... more
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Yes, in some states you must list your home for sale and use the proceeds to pay for nursing home care. In other states, you can keep your home, but no income to maintain it and the State will place a lein on it when you die to pay back Medicaid. You are well served to contact an elderlaw... more
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In California, you do not have to sell your home to qualify for Medicaid as long as you have an intent to return to the house. However, Medi-Cal (California's Medicaid program) can recover against your estate after you pass, including outing an estate claim against the equity in your home. You will... more
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I know that most people want to live in their home for as long as one can... Here are some things to remember about cost, housing, legal and home care. It sounds like you are leaving your home to your guardian that is taking care of you. Questions to consider is: Do you have the proper... more
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