Medicaid

Do I Really Have to Spend All My Money to Qualify for Medicaid?

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You don’t always have to spend all your assets to qualify for Medicaid in Indiana. Learn what property is protected and avoid costly mistakes.

What’s the Difference Between an Elder Law Attorney and an Estate Planning Attorney?

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Learn the difference between an elder law attorney and an estate planning attorney, including how each focuses on asset protection, long-term care planning, Medicaid, and the orderly transfer of assets.

What’s the Difference between Medicaid and Medicare?

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Learn how Medicare and Medicaid differ in coverage, eligibility, and benefits.

The Hidden Cost of Joint Bank Accounts

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Discover the hidden risks of joint bank accounts for parents and adult children, including legal, financial, and Medicaid issues to avoid

Indiana Medicaid Waivers: How to Qualify and What to Expect

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If you are considering Medicaid benefits in Indiana, in addition to financial requirements, there are also health-related requirements. The technical term for the health requirement is that you meet Nursing Facility Level of Care or, in other words, have a substantial medical condition.

How Much Can I Gift Each Year?

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With Christmas and the end of the year approaching, I am often asked how much gifting can or should I do. The IRS has set an annual gift tax exclusion amount of $18,000.00 per person for the 2024 tax years.

Recent Medicaid Changes in Indiana: What Seniors and Families Should Know

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The rules around qualifying for Medicaid in Indiana changed drastically beginning in July 2024. The two biggest changes center around IRAs and Personal Services Contracts. Prior to July 1, 2024, any

Can I Still Get Medicaid Waiver Services at Home or in an Assisted Living Facility?

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The current confusion with benefits stems from amendments to Indiana’s Medicaid Waiver program that went into effect July 1, 2024

Most Significant Issues in Long-Term Care

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The process of planning with a client for long-term care, asset preservation, and estate planning has revealed many regularly recurring elder law issues that are common among many clients.

What is the Most Often Ignored Basic End-of-Life Consideration in Your Elder Law Practice?

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Learn about the importance of end-of-life planning.