Obtaining adequate coverage for health care needs is a goal that remains common among individuals of virtually any age, but it might be even more essential during the golden years of life. Those who receive coverage via outlets such as Medicare may feel that pursuing...
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Medicaid Planning
Factors to address regarding Medicaid planning
There may be many individuals who feel it vital to have access to health care services but worry about their ability to manage the financial obligations involved. While Medicaid is a program that may offer aid in covering medical expenses to those in need, knowing how...
Thousands to lose Medicaid coverage in Georgia
Hundreds of thousands of people in Georgia rely on Medicaid for their health insurance. Through the Affordable Health Care Act, many residents were able to gain access to health insurance, and thousands more signed up during the continuous coverage period instated...
Understanding Medicaid eligibility is essential for benefits
The likelihood that certain Georgia residents will need long-term care and financial assistance later in life is high. Even if someone is in generally good health, the possibility of an incapacitating event still exists, particularly in a person’s elderly years. As a...
How might Medicaid’s “look-back” period impact your plans?
Thinking about old age can be a difficult prospect for many, especially considering the prospect of long-term care. However, even if you are in the peak of health today, it can be important to plan for the possibility of long-term care because of a Medicaid policy...
What mistakes should you avoid when Medicaid planning?
As you and most other Georgia residents know, medical care is expensive. A single trip to the emergency room can set someone back thousands of dollars, even if the patient has insurance. When it comes to paying for long-term care, which is often necessary for elderly...
Medicaid planning may be a new priority for many
The current pandemic that seems to have no true end in sight has put a lot of things in perspective for Georgia residents and people around the world. For some, the financial struggles that they are facing due to job loss, job delays, unexpected medical concerns and...
Will you need long-term care in the future?
As people age, their needs change. In some cases, mental or physical decline can lead to situations where Georgia residents are unable to handle their daily needs on their own. As a result, they may find themselves in need of long-term care at some point, which is not...
Don’t be caught by the Medicaid five-year ‘look-back’ period
You may already have decided that you want to use Medicaid benefits to pay for your nursing home care when the time comes. To qualify for Medicaid benefits in Georgia, you must have a minimal amount of assets and income. It can be tempting to try to just give away...
How Medicaid planning fits in your long-term care plan
Understandably, it can be difficult to think too far in the future. However, when it comes to planning for the future, specifically your elder years, it is important to consider many scenarios. With much of the aging population spending their final years in a nursing...