People are often surprised to learn that Medicaid imposes a penalty period for assets transferred in the five years immediately preceding the date of the Medicaid application. A penalty period is defined as a period of time that a person…
Medicaid
Category: Medicaid
Understanding Medicaid Transfer Penalties
In order for the State of New Jersey to prevent Medicaid applicants from gifting assets to qualify for Medicaid earlier, the state institutes a transfer penalty. The penalty is determined by adding up all “transfers” of assets not used exclusively…
Medicaid Penalties to Be Aware of in New Jersey
Understand how the look-back period and asset limits can affect you when applying for Medicaid in New Jersey Many people living in New Jersey may find that they’ll need Medicaid or Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) care as they…
Medicaid and MLTSS in New Jersey
It’s important to understand the laws in New Jersey and how seniors have been affected Medicaid is a federal government health coverage program that is administered at the state level. It requires that applicants meet certain eligibility requirements and guidelines.…
Why Hire a Certified Elder Law Attorney for Medicaid Applications?
Managing the ins and outs of Medicaid Managed Long Term Services and Supports can be complex and overwhelming. Just determining your eligibility alone can be a daunting task. So why not ask for help? Hiring a Certified Elder Law…
What Does Medicaid Managed Long Term Services and Supports Cover?
Learn what MLTSS covers in New Jersey and whether or not you’re eligible While Medicaid is a federal program, it is administered at the state level. So, it is important to understand what the program requires and offers in New…
New Jersey vs New York Medicaid
Many of our clients have the opportunity to choose whether they receive long term care services in New Jersey or New York. For seniors who are impoverished, or conducted elder care planning, Medicaid is the primary government benefit for long…
Why you should use an Elder Law Attorney for your Medicaid Application
Medicaid is an extremely complicated yet valuable program that can provide health care services to a senior living at home, in an Assisted Living Facility, or in a Skilled Nursing Facility. We meet with many families who have tried unsuccessfully,…
Why do I need to worry about Medicaid when I am covered by Medicare?
This question has been posed to our firm constantly. However, there is a strong likelihood that many individual have the same question; “If I paid into “the system” long enough to receive Medicare, why would I ever need to worry…
Caregiver Agreements
Goldberg Law Group recommends family members enter into a care agreement with the loved one they are helping. Even though it may be uncomfortable to enter into a contract with your parent (“we’re family!”), we counsel clients that if the…
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