Wall Street Journal Looks at Nursing Home Medicaid
Published on 2008/05/18An article in the Wall Street Journal examines Medicaid payment of long-term care in nursing homes.
While it is commonly thought of as a program for the poor, Medicaid pays for more than two-thirds of long-term nursing-home stays, according to a new article from the Wall Street Journal. The article quotes NSCLC Attorney Gene Coffey, who explains basic eligibility for benefits. The article also covers asset tests for the program.
For more information about nursing facilities, long-term care, and Medicaid coverage, see NSCLC's publications:
20 Common Nursing Home Problems--and How to Resolve Them
The Baby Boomer's Guide to Nursing Home Care