Medicaid Planning

The Medicaid lookback rule ensures that applicants do not "cheat" their way into the program by transferring assets to qualify for Medicaid benefits. The lookback period in Massachusetts is five years, which means Medicaid will examine any asset transfers made within...

Planning for the future goes beyond writing a will; it includes protecting your assets, especially your family home. Understanding estate planning options ensures that your home stays safe from Medicaid estate recovery. Understanding Medicaid estate recovery Medicaid...

Proper asset planning may help you obtain Medicaid coverage in the future. However, you should also know what to expect from the program following your death. The Massachusetts-run Medicaid system, known as MassHealth, has rules that allow it to claim money from the...