Medicaid (called “Medical Assistance” or “MA” in Minnesota) is a government program that provides health care coverage to individuals whose income and assets are insufficient to cover the cost of necessary medical care. MA pays for long-term care costs in nursing homes and waiver services in community-based settings like assisted living facilities for eligible individuals who are elderly or disabled.
When a loved one needs extensive care or assistance with tasks of daily living, it can be overwhelming. Our attorneys provide the information and education you need to navigate the systems and government programs that can help your loved one make better decisions about appropriate care.
Federal and state MA eligibility rules are strict, complicated, and easily misunderstood. Our firm understands the complexity of MA programs like the Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI) waiver and the Elderly Waiver (EW). We help individuals and families access these benefits every day. The attorneys at Northwoods Law Group can also advise clients on when MA may not be the best option to pay for care.
We also represent clients who have received an MA eligibility denial. If you receive a denial from Minnesota’s Department of Human Services (DHS) stating that you do not qualify for MA, our attorneys may be able to represent you in an appeal (a request to reverse the denial) to DHS’s Appeals Division.
MA is just one piece of the long-term care planning puzzle. In addition to qualifying for MA or other government benefits to pay for long-term care costs, clients’ goals often include protecting assets to the extent possible, achieving or maintaining a client’s chosen living situation, or maintaining an established care team. Whether you want to receive care in your home, in an assisted living facility, group home or skilled nursing facility, the attorneys at Northwoods Law Group are experienced in developing long-term care plans to fit our clients’ individual needs.
Contact Us for assistance with navigating MA’s complex eligibility requirements and to develop strategies to protect assets while qualifying for MA or for an MA waiver program.