QUESTION
Is there a 5 year look back for transfers when applying for community (non-nursing home) Medicaid?
Asked on Dec 30th, 2013 on Estate Planning - Oregon
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I want to apply, for my mother, to go onto medicaid. Her current assets currently make her eligible for Medicaid. My question: Last year she transferred a large sum of her assets, cash and Real Estate, to her grandchildren. I know there is a 5 year look back for nursing home care Medicaid. Does the same 5 year look back apply for community medicaid?
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I don't know what you mean by community Medicaid. But if such a program exists, then I would think so, yes.
Answered on Dec 31st, 2013 at 6:45 PM
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Peters Law, PLLC
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Probably. Talk with your local Medicaid office and confirm with them.
Answered on Dec 31st, 2013 at 6:44 PM
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Ashcraft & Ashcraft, Ltd.
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In Illinois, qualification for Medicaid has a 5 year look back period. This look back period would apply to transfers made last year. If you are referring to an alternate state based services program, each such program has its own qualification process and parameters.
Answered on Dec 31st, 2013 at 6:44 PM
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The look back period will likely apply, but if your mother and/or her personal representative can prove that they were legitimate transfers, they may be safe.
Answered on Dec 31st, 2013 at 6:44 PM
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Yes. In that respect, Medicaid is Medicaid. See a lawyer for assistance with this.
Answered on Dec 31st, 2013 at 6:43 PM