Can one spouse be on medicaid (approved and meets all requirements) and the other spouse NOT sign up and/or be on medicaid?? Someone suggested this scenario for my husband and i....with him being on Medicaid and me not applying (he hasn't applied yet and may not meet criteria). Is this legal? i.e., one spouse on medicaid and the other on straight medicare.
Hi! Yes, this is possible. Eligibility requirements vary state to state, so we recommend speaking with an Elder Law Attorney to discuss the process. One spouse can be on Medicaid benefits for long-term care while the other is on Medicare. Medicare does not cover the cost for long-term care (past their 100 days), so it won't cause any issues for the spouse at home. If you are in Texas, feel free to call us for more information at (281) 218-0880!
Can one spouse be on medicaid (approved and meets all requirements) and the other spouse NOT sign up and/or be on medicaid?? Someone suggested this scenario for my husband and i....with him being on Medicaid and me not applying (he hasn't applied yet and may not meet criteria). Is this legal? i.e., one spouse on medicaid and the other on straight medicare.
Hi! Yes, this is possible. Eligibility requirements vary state to state, so we recommend speaking with an Elder Law Attorney to discuss the process. One spouse can be on Medicaid benefits for long-term care while the other is on Medicare. Medicare does not cover the cost for long-term care (past their 100 days), so it won't cause any issues for the spouse at home. If you are in Texas, feel free to call us for more information at (281) 218-0880!