Are you looking into applying for Medicaid in Indiana? Do you currently own a home? If you answered yes to both of these questions, this article explains your home’s effect on your eligibility for Medicaid in Indiana. What Is A Lien? Typically, a lien gives you an interest in someone’s property in response to their […]

Did you know that if your income is higher than Medicaid’s income limits, you may not qualify for long-term care through Medicaid (also known as Medicaid nursing home coverage)? An experienced Medicaid attorney can help you determine if you will be eligible for this type of Medicaid based on your current assets and income, among […]

Did you know that Medicaid may be able to pay the nursing home bill for you or a loved one? Are you concerned about whether you or a loved one are eligible for Medicaid in Indiana? Here’s a simple overview of a few of the programs through Medicaid that benefit pregnant women, children, the aged, […]

If you want Medicaid to cover things like expensive nursing home bills in Indiana, then you’ll need to show that you qualify.

Long-term care (LTC) can become a significant issue for you or a loved one, as the cost of care can – and often does – consume a lot of assets. You cannot predict exactly what health care needs you may have in the future, but you can take steps to plan so that you do […]

If you exceed Medicaid’s asset limits, you need to spend down and potentially deplete most of your assets to qualify. If you transfer or give away your assets before applying, you might be penalized and ineligible for benefits. Because of this, satisfying Medicaid’s asset limits requires careful planning and consideration. Read on to learn more about long-term care Medicaid asset limits, including what you can do to protect your assets and still receive benefits.

This article describes long-term care benefits and eligibility requirements for our aging Hoosier veterans.

The attorneys at Hawkins Elder Law provide you with this overview of Medicare and Medicaid in Indiana so that you know which program applies to your situation.

Caregiver agreements (also known as personal services contracts) in Indiana are frequently used in family situations where a son or daughter takes responsibility for caring for mom or dad often by living with them and helping them out with their daily activities. These agreements are also really important when it comes to Medicaid – a […]

Married IRA owners should update estate plans to address SECURE Act changes to IRA taxation and new Indiana Medicaid policy. This article explains why.