by Amanda Spence | Apr 9, 2023 | Elder Law, Elder Law Resources, Medicaid
Don’t make these Medicaid Mistakes: Since Medicare coverage of a nursing home is limited to only 100 days of rehab after a hospital stay, qualifying for Medicaid to pay for skilled nursing care can be very important for many families who don’t have unlimited...
by Amanda Spence | Mar 14, 2023 | Elder Law, Elder Law Resources, Medicaid
At a party years ago, another lawyer asked me what an Elder Law attorney does. I explained that, among other things, I helped people qualify for Medicaid to pay for their nursing home care while protecting their house and money for their spouse and children. The...
by Amanda Spence | Feb 25, 2023 | Elder Law, Elder Law Resources, Medicaid
North Carolina Medicaid – Helpful Links If you’re researching the eligibility rules for Medicaid in North Carolina, here are some helpful links: North Carolina Medicaid Manual This online manual contains the policy used by county caseworkers in determining...
by Amanda Spence | Feb 22, 2023 | Elder Law, Elder Law Resources, Medicaid, Probate and Estate Administration
How to Apply for Medicaid in North Carolina If you or a loved one are faced with a stay in rehab or a skilled nursing facility, you very quickly learn that Medicare and Medicare supplement insurance typically cover the cost of care in a rehab or nursing home for only...
by Amanda Spence | Feb 21, 2023 | Elder Law, Elder Law Resources, Medicaid, Probate and Estate Administration
“I don’t want the nursing home to take my house.” In my over twenty-five years of practicing elder law and estate planning in North Carolina, it may be one of the most frequent statements I’ve heard from clients: “Is Medicare or Medicaid going to take my home?” “How...
by Amanda Spence | Nov 5, 2022 | Elder Law, Medicaid
What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a health insurance program for low-income individuals and families who cannot afford health care costs. Medicaid serves low-income parents, children, seniors, and people with disabilities. You may be eligible for Medicaid if you are age...