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Medicaid 2020 Update

MEDICAID 2020 UPDATE COMMENCING JANUARY 1ST, THERE ARE NEW MEDICAID AMOUNTS AFFECTING MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY. 2020 ASSET AND INCOME ALLOWANCES One Person Two Person Income Level *including $20 unearned income disregard $895 $1,304 Medicaid Resource Level $15,750 $23,100 2020 Medicaid Transfer Rates for Nursing Home Care Monthly Rates Nassau and Suffolk Counties $13,407 New York City… Read More »

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The Trump Policy Analysis Group (TPAG) – Focusing on Older Americans and those with Special Needs

The Trump Policy Analysis Group (TPAG) [1] has convened to consider probable changes in law that will affect older Americans and those with special needs. Initial TPAG focus is on entitlements, public benefits, tax, special needs planning, and veterans’ benefits. We used a three-fold analysis: stated policy (declared Trump policies and those of the Republican Congressional… Read More »

Medicaid and Your Stimulus Check

So, the stimulus checks went out. Now what? For those who received those funds, the hope was that you would be using the funds to help pay for things you need and in turn, that would help the economy. What happens if you are on Medicaid? What happens if you are in a nursing home… Read More »

IMPORTANT COVID-19 UPDATE: Changes to Medicaid Application Process during the COVID-19 Pandemic

A recently issued General Information System message (GIS) from the New York State Department of Health (which can be found here: https://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/medicaid/publications/docs/gis/20ma04.pdf) implements new and sweeping changes to the Medicaid application process. According to the GIS, these procedures will be in place “for the duration of the COVID-19 public health emergency”. Here is a brief… Read More »

NYS Community Medicaid will have a financial “look back” starting October 1, 2020

New York State Budget – Medicaid Update: Good News/Bad News On April 3, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the approved 2020/2021 budget for New York State. As it often happens in matters of budgets and law-making, what comes out is often a mixture of good news and bad news. This year, the budget does not… Read More »

What should I consider before making a gift? – Medicaid eligibility

One of the most common questions we hear as estate planners is, “How much can I give in gifts without owing any taxes?” The quick answer is as follows: The annual exclusion from federal gift taxes in 2020 is $15,000 per donee, and there is no New York State gift tax. This means that if… Read More »

When Should a Medicaid Plan be Presented to the Guardianship Court?

A Medicaid plan can be presented to the guardianship court either before a guardian has been appointed or after, depending on when the need for a Medicaid plan arises. Medicaid Planning at the Onset of the Guardianship Proceeding If the need for a Medicaid plan is apparent at the onset of the guardianship proceeding, then… Read More »

How Can a Medicaid Plan be Approved in a Guardianship?

For many individuals who have capacity or who have executed a durable power of attorney with sufficient authorities granted to their agents, the ability to engage in a well-thought-out Medicaid plan is a given. Beginning with a Court Proceeding However, in situations where an individual has lost capacity and does not have a sufficient durable… Read More »

Should a Guardian Consider Medicaid Planning?

As Elder Law attorneys we advise our clients to execute durable powers of attorney in order to ensure that someone they trust is authorized to manage their property in the event that they no longer have the capacity to do so. In the absence of a durable power of attorney, or if the durable power… Read More »

In Case You Missed It: How to Qualify for Medicaid and Protect Your Assets

In Case You Missed It WATCH THIS SEMINAR TO LEARN: How to Access Quality Long Term Care How to Pay for Long Term Care How to Protect Your Assets and Income What Will Happen if You Don’t Have a Plan Presenter: Vincent J. Russo, Esq. Vincent J. Russo is the Founder and Managing Shareholder of… Read More »

How Can I Keep My Loved One At-Home? A Look at Pooled Income Trusts

As elder law attorneys, we frequently meet with family members frustrated by the cost of long-term health care. Many of our clients wish to remain at home but are misinformed as to their options. A Pooled Income Trust A Pooled Income Trust is a great vehicle to facilitate the goals of applying for Community (home… Read More »

The Medicaid Fair Hearing Process – Important Information to Know

If your application for Medicaid has been denied or not acted upon promptly, you have the right to a fair hearing. Here’s what you need to know: Q: What is a fair hearing? A: A fair hearing is a proceeding before an administrative law judge (ALJ). If you feel that the decision made by the… Read More »

Seminar: How to Qualify for Medicaid and Protect your Assets

Join Vincent J. Russo for this Free Educational Seminar and Learn: How to Access Quality Long Term Care How to Pay for Long Term Care How to Protect your Assets and Income What will Happen if you Don’t have a Plan Date: Jul 17, 2019 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Location: Borrelli’s Italian Restaurant… Read More »

Does Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living?

Generally, the answer to this question is “No”. However, Medicaid does have a program, aptly named the “Assisted Living Program” (or “ALP”) that does provide Medicaid coverage for an assisted living. There are a number of facilities in New York, and about a half-dozen or so on Long Island, in the ALP program. Most assisted… Read More »

Applying for Community Medicaid – Part 2: What Your Attorney Can Do

In my first blog in this series, I spoke about what a Medicaid applicant and his or her loved ones will need to do in order to ensure that their attorney has everything necessary in order to make a successful application for Community Medicaid (i.e. home care). Today, I will discuss what you should expect… Read More »

Applying for Community Medicaid – Part 1: What You’ll Need to Do

As the population ages and people are living longer than ever before, an increasing number of people find they need help at home. Because the cost of paying for home care privately can be impossibly burdensome, many families choose instead to apply for Community Medicaid (i.e. home care) to cover the cost. In order to… Read More »

Can a Family Caregiver Get Paid by Medicaid?

Yes, you can get paid through Medicaid as a Family Caregiver to your loved one through a program called “CDPAP” which means Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program. This is a Medicaid-sponsored plan that empowers you to personally choose, evaluate and hire a friend or family member as your caregiver. Yes, you can get the care… Read More »

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