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Yes - that's possible. If your mother receives an inheritance, she may have to pay back medicaid, and then spend what is left of the money for her care, and then when that runs out go back on medicaid. It may be better if she does not accept the inheritance. You should discuss this issue with an Ohio elder law attorney. ...
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Yes - that's possible. If your mother receives an inheritance, she may have to pay back medicaid, and then spend what is left of the money for...
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I am sorry to hear that your mother's health is getting worse. I recommend that you contact an elder law attorney right away. You should not transfer any property out of your mother's name before consulting a lawyer.
As your mother's health changes, she may need care in a hospital or nursing home. If she ends up in a nursing home without enough money to pay for her stay there, she may need to apply for Medicaid benefits. If you have transferred property out of her name, it may negatively affect her eligibility for Medicaid. A lawyer can tell you what the Medicaid rules permit, and help you determine if your mother may need to apply for benefits in the future.
Tonya R. Coles
Elder Law -- Estate Planning -- Probate
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I am sorry to hear that your mother's health is getting worse. I recommend that you contact an elder law attorney right away. You should not transfer...
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Your wife may wish to explore Ohio's High Risk Pool if she's been uninsured for 6 months or more. 877/730-1117 or https://www.ohiohighriskpool.com/ There are also programs that may be available through your local hospital for uninsured people with limited incomes.
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Your wife may wish to explore Ohio's High Risk Pool if she's been uninsured for 6 months or more. 877/730-1117 or...
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