1600 SW Western Blvd.
University Plaza, Ste. 280
Corvallis, OR 97333
Ph. 541-757-0706
Fax. 541-757-0708
Contact Us
1600 SW Western Blvd.
University Plaza, Ste. 280
Corvallis, OR 97333
Ph. 541-757-0706
Fax. 541-757-0708
Contact Us
Elder Law includes a wide range of subjects, including matters relating to Medicaid, including asset protection, Medicaid spend down, look back periods, avoiding or dealing with disqualification for Medicaid, and planning for a situation where one spouse needs to enter long term care, but the other may be able to remain in the home.
There are two major government programs which provide medical benefits for senior citizens, some children, and certain persons with disabilities. One of these, Medicare, provides various hospital and outpatient physician and other health services. This can be compared to the health insurance that some employers provide.
What People Need to Know to Protect Themselves and Their Families
In order to qualify for Medicaid, one must generally be over 65 years old. One must also be sufficiently ill, and need sufficient assistance to qualify for Medicare pursuant to what is referred to as one’s service priority level.