Medicaid Planning

Experienced Brooklyn Medicaid Planning Attorney | New York Legacy Lawyers | New York Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorneys | Medicaid Attorney | Medicaid Planning Lawyers | Medicaid Planning Attorney 

With the cost of medical care and health insurance rising, it’s not uncommon for individuals to look for proactive measures to avail themselves of all available government benefits. Planning for Medicaid allows individuals to alleviate some of the financial burdens long-term health care can bring. With a well-executed plan in place, you may be able to help your loved ones avoid becoming financially vulnerable. Proactive planning also allows you to inform your loved ones of your preferences when you become unable to communicate your choices either due to illness or disability.

In New York, Medicaid can pay for care at home, up to 24 hours a day, not just for nursing home care. While there is currently no lookback period for Community Medicaid, which covers home care, there is a five year lookback period for Institutional Medicaid, which pays for nursing home care. Even if you haven’t planned ahead, we can still help, depending on your specific situation.

Applying for Medicaid in New York can be a complicated process. Getting the help of an experienced attorney who can advise you on what you should look out for and how to plan for your application is essential. An attorney can also help even young adults get a headstart on planning for their future. At New York Legacy Lawyers, skilled Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney Yana Feldman and our team of Brooklyn estate planning lawyers have helped New York residents plan for long-term care while also protecting their assets.

To learn more about our services, contact us today at (718) 713-8080.

Top-Rated Medicaid Planning Attorney Yana Feldman Discusses the Importance of Proactive Long-Term Care Planning

Medicaid is a government benefit program under the Department of Social Services that provides financial assistance to qualifying individuals in need of long-term home aid or nursing home care.

Long-term care under Medicaid has three different categories:

A lot of the reservations applicants have when applying for Medicaid stem from the fact that Medicaid requirements regarding household income and resources are strict. Applicants may be required to undergo a means test to prove that they have a financial need to apply for Medicaid.

While it is indeed true that Medicaid requirements are strict, there are still methods that can help in protecting an applicant’s Medicaid eligibility without jeopardizing ownership of their assets. However, for these methods to be effective, proactive planning is essential. 

Those seeking to qualify for Medicaid can be subject to a financial evaluation called the look-back period in which the state would take a close look at the applicant’s assets. The state will investigate the last five years of an applicant’s financials for any irregularities and any assets included in and transferred from the applicant’s estate would be considered as an official part of their assets. Currently, that look-back period is only for coverage of nursing home care, but as of April 2024, there will be a 30 month look-back for new applications for home care as well!

For Medicaid beneficiaries who received assistance when they were 55 years of age and older or were permanently institutionalized, the state can reclaim qualified assets in their estate when the beneficiary passes away. Medicaid’s estate recovery program may be considered as a loan collection for services provided. Fortunately, certain estate planning measures can help in preventing assets from being reclaimed under the estate recovery program. 

An estate planning attorney can assist you by evaluating your financial situation and recommending options that could help in protecting your Medicaid eligibility while retaining as much of your assets as possible. At New York Legacy Lawyers, we understand the importance of safeguarding your legacy for your loved ones while planning for the future. Our team of New York Medicaid attorneys has assisted many New York families by providing quality estate planning services and legal advice.

To learn more about how we can help you plan for Medicaid, contact our law firm today at (718) 713-8080.

Category Description
Institutional / Nursing Home For individuals in medical need of nursing home care. Medicaid covers all costs of the nursing home and necessary medical care.
Community Medicaid - HCBS Intended for those who can be safely cared for in assisted living facilities, their own or a family member’s home, or a care facility. Provides assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Covers adult day care, transportation to the doctor, and other specific needs.
Medicaid for the Disabled, Aged 65+ or Blind Available to individuals eligible for assistance under the program, including coverage of 20% of health care costs not covered by traditional Medicare.

Medicaid Eligibility Requirements in New York

New York accepts Medicaid applications from US nationals, citizens, permanent residents, and legal immigrants who are in need of health care and assistance with medical insurance. Our attorneys help clients who fall into the DAB categories: Disabled, Aged (65+) or Blind. 

Aside from the mentioned categories, the local  Department of Social Services (in New York City, this would be the Human Resources Administration, also known as HRA) also conduct an evaluation of the applicant’s financial status to determine whether they pass the income requirements to avail of Medicaid in New York. Applicants who do not meet the income requirements may be required to spend down their assets or risk being ineligible for Medicaid. 

While there are simple eligibility requirements for senior residents of New York for individuals who need long-term care, either at home (Community Medicaid) or in a nursing home (Institutional Medicaid), they must first be able to meet the following criteria:

Please remember, that if they are in a nursing home, all of the applicant’s income must go toward nursing home costs aside from an allowance of $50 a month, Medicaid premiums, and a Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance for a non-applicant spouse, where applicable. 

To learn more about the specific requirements and how you would be able to qualify, speak to one of our skilled Medicaid lawyers at New York Legacy Lawyers. Led by Brooklyn estate planning attorney Yana Feldman, our team is dedicated to providing quality legal help to Medicaid applicants so they can continue to qualify for Medicaid without sacrificing their assets. Contact us today to speak with an experienced Medicaid attorney.

What Qualifies as Assets and Income Under Medicaid?

Income under Medicaid does not only refer to wages that a person earns through their work. Medicaid also includes Social Security, pensions (including pension received by other members of the household), income from rental properties, distributions from retirement funds, stocks, and bonds. 

Most importantly, the net worth calculated under Medicaid includes assets owned by the applicant. This can include real estate, savings accounts, insurance policies, and businesses, even those in which the applicant has joint ownership. 

The following assets are exempt from Medicaid’s asset test:

The Look-back Period and How It Can Affect Your Assets

Medicaid has a 60-month look-back period for Institutional Medicaid starting from the date the application was filed. All asset transfers and financial transactions from this period will be verified to see that no assets were gifted or sold for less than what is the fair market value. 

When an applicant is found to have violated the look-back period, they may be penalized through exclusion from receiving Medicaid benefits for their long-term care. There is no maximum penalty limit and an applicant may be virtually banned from availing of Medicaid if they are found to be in violation of the look-back period.

Due to the look-back period and the means test, people who are not able to qualify for Medicaid typically spend down their assets. Some do it by paying for nursing home care out of their own pockets until they are able to avail of Medicaid.

However, there are some estate planning methods that you can use to protect your assets while continuing to be eligible for Medicaid:

A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust is a type of irrevocable trust that allows an individual to transfer ownership of their assets to the trust. The assets will be under the management of a trustee, often a child, relative or friend of the grantor. Once an irrevocable trust is created and funded, assets that have been placed in the trust can only be transferred back to the grantor’s ownership in specific circumstances. But once the assets are transferred, Medicaid does not consider these assets to be under the ownership of the grantor under the look-back period and may not be seized under Medicaid’s estate recovery program. It is important to plan ahead to transfer assets ahead of the look-back period! It isn’t an all or nothing – sometimes clients may be comfortable transferring their home to a trust earlier than they would their savings. And the look-back for each asset starts when it is transferred to the trust. This allows you to start sooner than you may think!

 

Medicaid Asset Protection Trust can often be income-only trusts and may allow you to keep earning from assets placed in the trust. Even if the assets are under the ownership of the trust, you have the benefit of choosing the trustee who will be managing the administration of the trust.

A Pooled Supplemental Needs Trust (pooled SNT) is an irrevocable trust that allows people with disabilities (and virtually all elders who need home care will be considered to be people with disabilities, even if they are not currently considered “Disabled”) to qualify for Medicaid without having to spend their assets down. Medicaid’s income limits can be very inconvenient for people with disabilities or people with special needs who need home care from Medicaid but also have other financial needs due to their disabilities.

A pooled SNT allows them to deposit any excess income they get and continue to have access to these funds while maintaining Medicaid eligibility.

Proactive action is also necessary for business owners who may have a need for long-term care in the future. Without a proper business succession plan in place, you may have to liquidate your shares in your business or encounter troubles in terms of passing your business on to your loved ones. Ownership stakes in businesses are part of the non-exempt assets that Medicaid officials would evaluate to determine your eligibility.

Maintaining Eligibility for Medicaid

Aside from the mentioned qualifications, Medicaid has strict application requirements that can include documentation from financial institutions, medical professionals, and even attorneys. It’s also important to keep these details available or request them with ample time to meet deadlines. It can be easy to have your application denied due to a complication in your application or lack of supporting documentation. 

Even small omissions in the initial Medicaid application can result in immediate rejection. Critical data can also be lost when additional information is requested. Legal representation can assist in properly recording the submission of the required information. 

Getting an attorney to help you develop a strategy of when to apply for Medicaid can assist in maximizing benefits and ensure timely submission. Medicaid may offer retroactive payments for up to 90 days if the need arises to move into a nursing home without delay. However, if you file too late, you may be responsible for expenses that come before your retroactive benefits will cover your care.

Before spending down your assets to qualify for Medicaid, it’s important to consult with an experienced New York Medicaid planning attorney first. You may have some assets that are exempt or you may be eligible for other asset protection options. Giving away or transferring assets to loved ones may result in violating the look-back period and incurring a penalty, when there could be a “smarter” way to do things. One common mistake is transferring real estate or highly appreciated investments such as stocks and bonds outright. This can result in enormous tax consequences that could be avoided with proper planning. Capital gains taxes can far outweigh the expense of working with an attorney to create a plan for Medicaid eligibility. 

Also, remember that your planning isn’t just for you – good proactive planning can protect your children and grandchildren from creditors, divorce or just bad luck!.

New York Legacy Lawyers is a Brooklyn estate planning and elder law firm dedicated to helping clients maintain their eligibility for long-term care benefits like Medicaid while protecting their assets. We understand the importance of safeguarding your legacy for the benefit of your loved ones. Maintaining your legacy and availing of Medicaid benefits should not be mutually exclusive.

Speak to one of our experienced Medicaid planning attorneys at (718) 713-808 today to learn more about how we can help. 

How Much Does a Medicaid Lawyer Cost?

When considering the cost of a Medicaid lawyer, it’s important to understand that fees can differ based on several factors, including the nature of the services required. Typically, Medicaid lawyers charge either hourly rates or flat fees. Hourly rates for Medicaid lawyers generally range from $300 to $600. The experience level of the lawyer often influences this cost.

For more extensive services, such as representation during court hearings, the fees can significantly increase. You might expect to spend between $3,500 and $15,000 for such legal services, depending on the complexity of the case and the time required to resolve it.

Some Medicaid lawyers also offer flat fee arrangements for specific tasks. These tasks can include Medicaid planning or helping with the application process. Flat fees are beneficial as they provide a clear upfront cost for specific services, allowing you to budget accordingly without worrying about hourly billing.

Selecting a Medicaid lawyer involves discussing the billing method that best aligns with your specific needs. This discussion will help you understand the total expected costs and any additional fees that might arise during the legal process. Always confirm these details in advance to manage your finances effectively while securing the necessary legal assistance.

New York Legacy Lawyers can provide a clear understanding of these fees and offer valuable assistance in managing Medicaid planning effectively. Contact us today to discuss how investing in experienced guidance can simplify the process and help you achieve your financial and care goals.

How an Experienced Brooklyn Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney Can Help

Planning for long-term care should start before you need it. By planning in advance, you may have more options available for protecting your assets and avoid having to face the possibility of spending down your assets. Your estate planning attorney can assist you in establishing trusts and creating an asset protection strategy that would take into account your estate planning goals. 

Estate planning can provide you and your family with a sense of security and peace of mind that you can enjoy quality long-term care without running your finances to the ground. A Brooklyn estate planning and elder law attorney can assist you in helping you understand your rights under the law and what measures you can take to protect your estate and your family without breaking the law. 

Other concerns estate planning can assist you with is setting up a trust for your loved ones that allow you to decide who gets what assets, as well as when and how, and ensuring that the process of probate can be avoided. Aside from Medicaid planning, we can also assist you with establishing safeguards in case of incapacity to avoid guardianship by creating powers of attorney and health care proxies. Estate planning can also help you protect assets such as real estate and allow you to maximize tax benefits where possible.

To maximize the benefits of estate planning, it’s important to have a holistic approach that can take into account all aspects of your financial situation. We love a team approach and will work with your financial advisor and accountant to make sure all your considerations are taken into account!  Our estate planning and elder law attorneys at New York Legacy Lawyers can take a comprehensive look at your unique circumstances to provide a tailored estate planning approach.

Contact us today at (718) 713-8080 to learn more about how we can help you.

Learn More

Your golden years are meant to be a time when you can relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. It’s a time that many have set aside for traveling, taking up new hobbies, and spending quality time with their expanding families. However, these years are often interrupted by deteriorating health and financial concerns, which add an undue burden to our elders and their family members. The cost of elder care can be astronomical, causing children to sacrifice their own well-being in order to care for their parents. Many people do not realize that they might be eligible for Medicaid coverage or understand the range of benefits that are available to them. New York Legacy Lawyers can help you or your senior loved one meet these challenges by walking you through every step of the Medicaid process. We work diligently to ensure that our elders are able to continue enjoying a high quality of life as they advance in years.

The high cost of long-term care has made planning a critically important issue for most seniors and their families. In fact, most seniors will likely require some form of long-term care. Sadly, many of them are unprepared for the significant financial burdens it places on their family’s hard earned savings. Financial devastation looms large for a family facing ongoing care at a rate of $13,000 or more per month.

Our firm routinely works with individuals, and their caregivers, to guide them through the challenging financial and legal decisions which occur as they grow older and require ongoing care. While there are significant federal and state benefit programs which were designed to assist the elderly, far too many people fail to understand how these programs function and what is required for eligibility. We work closely with our clients to ensure they have an understanding of the many legal options to protect assets and qualify for benefits that will help pay for long-term care.

Yana says: “There are four ways to pay for long term care:

  1. Self-pay, either from money in the bank or by having your family members disrupt their lives and careers to provide care for you.
  2. Long term care insurance is a great option, but it can be too expensive or hard to get. Even if you have LTC insurance, how much care will it cover? Might you STILL need Medicaid when it runs out?
  3. VA benefits – will only cover certain Veterans and their surviving spouses.
  4. Medicare does NOT cover what is called “custodial care”. Except for some rehab after a hospitalization or some skilled nursing care after you go home for a few hours a day for a few months. Medicaid is usually the only program that you can look to in order to cover the cost of long-term care.”

$400-$450 per DAY is the cost is a nursing home in New York City. If you receive care at home, your money may go further. You may not need to spend money, but your child or relative may need to quit their job or give up their home in order to provide you with care. None of these are very attractive options for most of our clients.

While some seniors are able to afford private care, the cost of long-term care can easily wipe out savings of all but the wealthiest families in a matter of years. Those who have planned ahead by purchasing long-term care insurance have a degree of certainty and peace of mind, knowing that they have a lesser need to rely on other sources in the future. Unfortunately, many can’t afford the high cost of long term care insurance or worse, because of age or medical conditions, cannot qualify for long term care insurance. If you do have long-term care insurance, you should be aware of what your policy covers. Many policies have high deductibles or provide for only a short period of care in a medical facility. In fact, many who have long-term care insurance still have to resort to Medicaid to pay for their care.

Veterans and their surviving spouses who are eligible for a VA pension and require the aid and attendance of another person, or are housebound, may be eligible for additional monetary payment. These benefits are paid in addition to monthly pension, and they are not paid without eligibility to Pension.

The final option to cover the cost of long term care is Medicaid. A joint federal-state program, Medicaid provides medical assistance to low-income individuals, including those who are 65 or older, disabled or blind. Medicaid is the single largest payer of nursing home bills in America and serves as the option of last resort for people who have no other way to finance their long-term care. Although Medicaid eligibility rules vary from state to state, federal minimum standards and guidelines must be observed. It is our opinion that New York States has one of the most comprehensive Medicaid programs in the country.

Yana says: “Many people do not know that with careful planning they may position themselves to be Medicaid eligible in the event they require long-term care, either in a nursing home or at home.”

There are strict income and resource guidelines which a Medicaid applicant must meet in order to qualify.  In New York State, a single applicant’s “countable resources” cannot exceed $14,850 (a couple cannot exceed $21,750). Certain assets, such as the primary residence and pre-tax retirement accounts may be exempt from the calculation of resources. PROVIDE LINK TO MORE INFO  Further, the Medicaid Applicant’s income cannot be more than $825/$1,209 per month. Although this limit is very low and would prevent most of our clients from being eligible for Medicaid, there is a very simple solution called a Pooled Income Trust or Pooled Supplemental Needs Trust.  PROVIDE LINK TO INFORMATION ABOUT POOLED TRUST ON THE MEDICAID APPLICATION PAGE Our attorneys will work with you and your family so that your loved one may qualify for Medicaid.

While Medicaid eligibility with respect to long-term care was not overly restrictive in the past, there has been a steady drift towards more complex and limiting rules, the latest being the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 which went into effect in 2006. These changes have resulted in complex eligibility requirements for those in need of Medicaid benefits. It’s no longer as easy as reviewing one’s bank statements. There are a myriad of regulations involving look-back periods, income caps, transfer penalties and waiting periods to plan around. Here at Yana Feldman & Associates, PLLC, we are experienced in designing a Medicaid Plan that will help ensure you qualify for coverage and will not have to exhaust all your assets to meet the great expense of long term care.

Far too often, seniors wait until they fall ill and require care to seek the assistance of an attorney. Unfortunately, in waiting for a crisis, seniors and their caregivers often encounter more hurdles for qualification and exorbitant levels of stress during an already difficult time. Our attorneys routinely assist clients with pre-Medicaid planning, developing a long-term plan which seeks to protect assets through traditional estate planning functions (asset protection tools such as trusts, life estates and annuities) while coordinating private insurance, veterans benefits and other resources which may be available to pay for future care, without draining all of the family’s assets.

During your intake, we will discuss your specific family needs and concerns, your income and your assets in order to create the most effective Medicaid Plan for you.  We will consider several strategies, including sheltering your assets in a manner that results in Medicaid treating them as non-countable, or exempt.  Estate Planning and Medicaid Planning intersect, as most often the motive for asset protection is the availability of assets to provide a legacy for your family members.  If you have a spouse, we will help you to maximize the benefits of your Medicaid Plan for your spouse, and help to ensure that he or she retains your marital assets to the fullest extent of the law.

We understand that sometimes the need for long term care arises without a Medicaid Plan being in place.  We can help you, or your loved one acting on your behalf, to apply for Medicaid as of the time you require long term care.  The rules are complex, and include what is known as a five-year look-back for coverage of nursing home care services.  (There is no look back for home care services.) Even without a pre-existing Medicaid Plan, we are usually able to preserve at least 50% of an individual’s assets if they must enter a nursing home. There are a number of complicated rules as to what is or is not an exempt transfer that does not cause any period of eligibility. LINK HERE TO APPLICATION RULES

Yana says: While there is a FIVE YEAR look back on all transfers made for less than fair market value if you apply for Medicaid to cover the costs of nursing home care. Any such transfers can cause a period of ineligibility called the “penalty period”. However, there is NO LOOK BACK period and NO “PENALTY PERIOD” if you apply for “Community Medicaid”, which can cover up to 24 hours a day of care at home!

The potential value of Medicaid Planning can add up to thousands or hundreds of thousands of dollars in long term care savings.  With our expert guidance, you can rest assured that the Medicaid Plan we create for you will provide for your long term care and safeguard your assets for your family’s benefit.

Even if you haven’t taken time to plan for Medicaid eligibility, there are a number of tools at your disposal to obtain eligibility. Our firm routinely assists clients who are just starting the process and need to qualify immediately. In these situations, we work directly with seniors, caregivers, social workers, care facilities and healthcare providers to identify the best environment for your ongoing care. We work with you to complete the Medicaid application, transfer or retitle assets, and when necessary, “spend down to qualify” in a meaningful way which won’t waste your hard earned assets but instead benefit your loved ones for years to come.

Our law firm has the experience and knowledge to help you avoid the financial ruin associated with the high cost of long-term care. Contact us today to learn more about the issues surrounding Medicaid eligibility and to begin the planning and application process.

How Do Lawyers Assist in Medicaid Applications?

What Role Do Law Attorneys Play in Medicaid Planning?

What Services Can Lawyers Provide for Medicaid Concerns?

How Can Attorneys Help Navigate Medicaid Regulations?

How Does an Attorney Assist on Medicaid Eligibility Issues?

What Is the Importance of a Law Attorney in Medicaid Planning?

 

How Can a Medicaid Planning Attorney Assist with Long-Term Care on Medicaid?
What Role Does an Attorney Play in Managing Medicaid for Long-Term Care?

 

Who is a qualified Medicaid planning attorney?

What are the key responsibilities of a Medicaid attorney?

When should someone start consulting with a Medicaid planning lawyer?

Where can individuals find experienced Medicaid planning attorneys?

Why is it important to consult a Medicaid lawyer for eligibility concerns?

How do Medicaid attorneys help in protecting assets?

Which assets are eligible for protection under a Medicaid plan?

What are the differences between general attorneys and Medicaid planning lawyers?

Who can benefit from the services of Medicaid planning attorneys?

How does a Medicaid planning lawyer determine eligibility for Medicaid?

What strategies do Medicaid planning lawyers use to ensure eligibility?

When is the best time to update a Medicaid plan with an attorney?

Where do Medicaid planning attorneys receive their specialized training?

Why might an individual be ineligible for Medicaid, and how can a lawyer help?

How do Medicaid eligibility rules vary by state, and what does an attorney need to know?

Which Medicaid planning strategies are considered legal and ethical?

What are the potential consequences of not using a Medicaid planning lawyer?

How can attorneys specialized in Medicaid planning help with long-term care planning?

Who should consider a consultation with a Medicaid planning attorney?

What are the attorney’s fees associated with Medicaid planning services?

What laws must a Medicaid planning attorney be well-versed in to ensure clients are eligible for benefits?

Can a Medicaid lawyer explain how recent changes to Medicaid eligibility impact my situation?

How often do Medicaid attorneys need to reassess a client’s Medicaid plan to maintain eligibility?

What are the attorney’s responsibilities when creating a comprehensive Medicaid planning strategy?

What distinguishes Medicaid lawyers from other types of lawyers?

How do Medicaid planning attorneys stay informed about the ever-changing landscape of Medicaid law?

Can a Medicaid attorney ensure that a client’s plan complies with both federal and state Medicaid laws?

What are the benefits of working with a team of Medicaid planning lawyers?

How can a Medicaid planning lawyer help a client become eligible for Medicaid if they currently are not?

In what ways do Medicaid planning attorneys collaborate with other attorneys to provide comprehensive services?

Why is it crucial to work with a Medicaid planning lawyer rather than a general practice lawyer for Medicaid eligibility issues?

What specific training do Medicaid planning lawyers undergo that distinguishes them from other attorneys?

How do the services of a Medicaid planning attorney differ from those of general Medicaid attorneys?

What role does a Medicaid planning lawyer play in the appeal process if a client is initially deemed ineligible for Medicaid?

How can a team of Medicaid planning attorneys help protect a family’s assets while ensuring Medicaid eligibility?

What are the primary responsibilities of a Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn?

How do individuals in Brooklyn qualify for Medicaid?

What are the steps to take when planning for Medicaid eligibility in New York City?

Why might someone in Brooklyn seek out a Medicaid planning attorney?

When should Brooklyn residents start Medicaid planning to ensure they qualify for Medicaid benefits?

What specific Medicaid benefits should Brooklyn Medicaid applicants be aware of?

How do Medicaid eligibility requirements in Brooklyn differ from other parts of New York City?

Can a Medicaid planning attorney help Brooklyn residents protect their assets while qualifying for Medicaid?

What are common misconceptions about Medicaid planning in Brooklyn that attorneys often need to address?

How do Brooklyn Medicaid planning strategies differ for single individuals compared to married couples?

What role do attorneys play in helping Brooklyn families navigate the Medicaid application process?

Why is Brooklyn Medicaid planning essential for long-term care considerations in New York City?

What are the consequences of not engaging in Medicaid planning with a qualified attorney in Brooklyn?

How can a Medicaid planning attorney assist with the spend-down process to qualify for Medicaid in Brooklyn?

What are the most challenging aspects of Medicaid planning in Brooklyn that attorneys must help their clients overcome?

Which assets are considered when determining Medicaid eligibility for Brooklyn residents?

How does a Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney navigate the changes in Medicaid laws in New York City?

What are the differences between Brooklyn Medicaid planning and planning in other boroughs of New York City?

Can attorneys specializing in Brooklyn Medicaid help with both Medicaid eligibility and application processes?

How does having a Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney impact the speed and success of qualifying for Medicaid benefits?

What strategies do Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorneys use to maximize Medicaid benefits for their clients?

What are the risks of attempting to qualify for Medicaid in Brooklyn without the guidance of a Medicaid planning attorney?

For individuals in New York City, what are the financial thresholds to qualify for Medicaid, and how can a Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney help meet them?

How do Medicaid planning attorneys in Brooklyn keep up-to-date with the latest Medicaid eligibility criteria and benefits in New York City?

What are the specific challenges faced by Brooklyn Medicaid applicants when they do not have a Medicaid planning attorney to guide them?

Who is the best Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn for assisting with Medicaid eligibility?

What are the key steps to qualify for Medicaid benefits in New York City?

When should someone begin consulting with a Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney?

Where can I find the most experienced attorneys in Brooklyn for Medicaid planning?

Why is it important to consult a Medicaid planning attorney when considering Medicaid eligibility in Brooklyn?

How can a Medicaid planning attorney help an individual qualify for Medicaid in Brooklyn?

Which Medicaid benefits should a Brooklyn resident consider when doing Medicaid planning?

Who are the top-rated Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorneys for elderly clients?

What are the income and asset limits to qualify for Medicaid in New York City?

When does a Medicaid planning attorney suggest starting the Medicaid application process in Brooklyn?

Where can Brooklyn Medicaid applicants find resources for Medicaid eligibility guidelines?

Why do Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorneys recommend certain strategies to qualify for Medicaid?

How can Brooklyn residents protect their assets while planning for Medicaid eligibility?

Which strategies do Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorneys consider most effective for preserving Medicaid benefits?

Who can help with the appeals process if denied Medicaid benefits in Brooklyn?

Who is a qualified Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn for navigating Medicaid eligibility?

What factors determine whether you qualify for Medicaid benefits in New York City?

When is the optimal time to seek advice from a Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn?

Where can individuals find comprehensive Medicaid planning services in Brooklyn?

Why is it crucial for Brooklyn residents to understand Medicaid eligibility before applying?

How does a Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney facilitate the process of qualifying for Medicaid?

Which specific Medicaid benefits are most important for Brooklyn Medicaid applicants?

Who are the leading Medicaid planning attorneys in Brooklyn for complex cases?

What are the differences in Medicaid eligibility requirements between Brooklyn and other New York City boroughs?

When should Brooklyn seniors consult a Medicaid planning attorney to discuss Medicaid benefits?

Where can Brooklyn families find a reputable Medicaid planning attorney to discuss eligibility?

Why do Brooklyn Medicaid attorneys often recommend early planning for Medicaid eligibility?

How can Medicaid planning attorneys in Brooklyn help preserve an individual’s qualify for Medicaid?

Which planning techniques do Brooklyn Medicaid attorneys use to maximize Medicaid benefits?

Who can provide legal assistance for Medicaid planning in the broader New York City area?

What are the requirements to establish Medicaid eligibility in New York City?

How can an individual qualify for Medicaid benefits in Brooklyn?

What specific services do Brooklyn Medicaid benefits cover for eligible individuals?

Can a Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney help protect assets while planning for Medicaid?

What are the latest changes to Brooklyn Medicaid planning strategies?

How do Medicaid planning attorneys in Brooklyn tailor their advice to each client’s situation?

What steps should one take to begin Medicaid planning in New York City?

When should someone start consulting with a Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn?

What are the income and asset limits to qualify for Medicaid in New York City?

How can Brooklyn Medicaid planning help in minimizing nursing home costs?

What are the potential penalties for transferring assets when trying to qualify for Medicaid in Brooklyn?

Can Medicaid planning attorneys help with the application process for Medicaid in Brooklyn?

What are the differences between Brooklyn Medicaid and other counties within New York City?

How often should a Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn review a client’s plan for Medicaid eligibility?

Why is it important to work with a Brooklyn-based attorney when planning for Medicaid benefits?

How does a Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney determine if you will qualify for Medicaid?

What are the main differences between Medicaid eligibility criteria in Brooklyn and the rest of New York City?

How can attorneys specializing in Brooklyn Medicaid planning assist with the application process for Medicaid benefits?

When is the best time to contact a Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn to discuss Medicaid eligibility?

What are the asset protection strategies used in Brooklyn Medicaid planning for those looking to qualify for Medicaid?

Can Brooklyn Medicaid benefits be applied to in-home care, or are they limited to nursing home care?

What are the consequences of failing to properly plan for Medicaid eligibility in Brooklyn?

How do Medicaid planning strategies in Brooklyn differ when there is a married couple, where one spouse needs to qualify for Medicaid?

What specific Medicaid planning advice can Brooklyn attorneys provide for those with complex financial situations trying to qualify for Medicaid?

What are the current eligibility requirements for Medicaid in New York State?

When should a resident of Brooklyn, NY begin the Medicaid planning process?

How do changes in Medicaid laws affect residents of New York City?

What are the specific Medicaid planning strategies recommended by attorneys for assets in Brooklyn, New York?

Why is it important to have a Brooklyn-based law attorney for Medicaid spend-down planning?

How do New York State Medicaid eligibility rules impact long-term care planning for seniors?

What are the consequences of not meeting the spend-down requirements before applying for Medicaid in New York?

Where can one find experienced Medicaid planning law attorneys in Brooklyn?

How does being on Medicaid in New York City influence access to long-term care facilities?

What are the differences in Medicaid planning strategies between New York City and other parts of New York State?

When is the best time to contact a lawyer in Brooklyn, NY for Medicaid eligibility planning?

What assets are subject to spend-down for Medicaid eligibility in Brooklyn, New York?

Who are the best attorneys in Brooklyn for navigating the complex Medicaid planning process?

How can a law attorney help protect my assets in New York City when considering long-term care options on Medicaid?

What are the latest updates from New York State attorneys regarding Medicaid planning and eligibility?

How do law attorneys in Brooklyn, NY advise their clients on protecting assets from Medicaid spend-down?

What are the steps for Medicaid planning in Brooklyn, New York as advised by experienced lawyers?

Can New York City attorneys expedite the Medicaid application process for long-term care benefits?

Which lawyers in Brooklyn specialize in Medicaid crisis planning for immediate needs?

How do attorney fees for Medicaid planning in Brooklyn, NY compare to those in other parts of New York State?

What strategies do law attorneys recommend for couples in Brooklyn, New York when one spouse requires long-term care?

How do attorneys approach Medicaid planning differently for individuals versus couples in Brooklyn, NY?

When is it too late to start Medicaid planning with a law attorney in New York City?

What are the benefits of hiring local Brooklyn, NY attorneys for navigating Medicaid spend-down requirements?

How frequently do Medicaid planning strategies change, and how do Brooklyn, New York lawyers stay updated?

Who are the top Medicaid planning attorneys in New York City?

What is the role of lawyers in Medicaid asset management?

How can a lawyer help with Medicaid eligibility in Brooklyn, NY?

When should one contact an attorney for long-term care planning in New York State?

Where can I find experienced Medicaid lawyers in Brooklyn, New York?

Why is asset management important for Medicaid planning in New York?

Which attorney in Brooklyn, NY, specializes in Medicaid crisis planning?

How do lawyers navigate Medicaid look-back periods in New York City?

What are the differences between Medicaid attorneys and other types of lawyers in Brooklyn?

Who are the most recommended attorneys for Medicaid asset protection in New York State?

How can Medicaid attorneys in New York help with long-term care planning?

What strategies do lawyers in Brooklyn, NY, recommend for asset management when considering Medicaid eligibility?

Why is it important to consult a lawyer in New York City for Medicaid planning?

When is the best time to start Medicaid asset management with an attorney in New York State?

How do Medicaid lawyers in New York navigate the application process for their clients?

Can a lawyer from Brooklyn, NY, assist with out-of-state Medicaid planning issues?

What are the benefits of hiring a local attorney in New York City for Medicaid planning over an out-of-state lawyer?

How do attorneys in Brooklyn, New York, address the Medicaid spend-down process?

Are there Medicaid lawyers in New York who also specialize in other areas of asset management?

Starting Your Medicaid Planning Process Today

Applying for Medicaid can be a complex and often overwhelming process. Medicaid eligibility requirements can be restrictive. Working with an experienced Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney from New York Legacy Lawyers can alleviate some of the burdens of planning long-term care. Planning for the future can involve feelings of uncertainty especially when you are in unfamiliar territory.

Yana Feldman, along with our team of experienced attorneys, have provided quality estate planning and elder law assistance to Brooklyn residents on concerns ranging from Medicaid applications to estate litigation. We strongly advocate for our client’s rights and work hard to achieve the best possible outcome using our arsenal of estate planning resources.

Contact us today at (718) 713-8080 to schedule a consultation.

Table of Contents