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Planning for the Future: How Does the New Expansion Impact Medicaid Eligibility?
In 2020 Missouri voters approved a Medicaid expansion ballot measure and, finally, this new legislation is giving fruit—albeit slowly. The Medicaid expansion came into full effect in the state in October 2021 and yet by… Read “Planning for the Future: How Does the New Expansion Impact Medicaid Eligibility?”
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What is Crisis Medicaid Planning?
I recently met with a client whose husband had to be admitted to the hospital because of a fall. The husband had been diagnosed a couple of years earlier with early onset dementia, and unfortunately, they had not… Read “What is Crisis Medicaid Planning?”
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Comparing and Contrasting Medicare and Medicaid
Most people who work in healthcare may recognize the acronym LASA, which stands for “look-alike-sound-alike” and is usually seen when referencing medications. When it comes to federal programs, Medicaid and Medicare, in… Read “Comparing and Contrasting Medicare and Medicaid”
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Choose the Right Nursing Homes in 4 Easy Steps
Choosing a nursing home for a loved one is an important decision and should be carefully considered. It is important for families to take the time to explore nursing home options and to carefully assess the nursing home… Read “Choose the Right Nursing Homes in 4 Easy Steps”
- Six Medicaid Planning Mistakes You Must Avoid You’ve worked hard your entire life saving up, paying down your mortgage and other liabilities, and building a sizable retirement fund. You did all of this expecting to live off those savings while you bask in the… Read “Six Medicaid Planning Mistakes You Must Avoid”