Those who have worked throughout their adult lives may not like the idea that they may eventually require Medicaid benefits. Some people even find the implication that they will eventually require Medicaid to be insulting. However, Medicaid exists for a reason and...
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What adults need to know about Health First Colorado benefits
Health First Colorado is the Colorado Medicaid program. It helps provide healthcare benefits to individuals who cannot pay for their own medical care or private insurance due to their financial circumstances. Some people require Medicaid if they lose their job or have...
2 important steps when you plan for future Medicaid benefits
The Colorado Medicaid program allows those with few assets and limited income to access medical care. Many older adults will eventually need to apply for Medicaid, and without proper planning, there are numerous pitfalls to that process. Medicaid is a needs-based...
Consider benefits when planning a special needs trust
You want your children to have the best life possible, which means supporting them when they are young. In some cases, you may need to continue to support them for the rest of their lives or even after you die. Creating a special needs trust is a popular way to...
What does Medicare include?
Most people know that Medicare provides low-cost medical coverage for citizens that are over 65. However, what most people don’t know is precisely how Medicare coverage works. Medicare’s services are divided into four parts, each providing different benefits. They...
Do you know what Medicaid does and does not include?
Medicaid planning can be one of the most challenging areas to get right when estate planning. If your parents have too much wealth when they need Medicaid, the authorities could take it to pay for the services they need. On the other hand, if they do not have enough...
How does the Medicaid lookback period work when you apply?
Different government benefit programs cover different needs. Government insurance programs can help connect otherwise-uninsured people with necessary medical coverage and treatment. Unlike Medicare, which only requires that people reach a certain age to qualify,...
Stimulus checks and Medicaid eligibility: What you need to know
Many Americans are eagerly awaiting their stimulus check. Approved by the federal government as a response to the ongoing pandemic, these one-time payments are meant to help individuals and families support themselves during this time of uncertainty.But what if you...
What is a Medicare Set-Aside Account?
Anyone that has been involved in a personal injury or workers’ compensation settlement may have heard the term “Medicare Set-Aside Account.” These accounts, often referred to as MSAs, are one of the many seemingly arcane practices associated with...
Why Medicaid planning needs to happen well in advance
About 1.2 million Coloradans were enrolled in Health First Colorado, the state’s overarching Medicaid program, as of November, 2019. It’s a figure that speaks to the importance of the program for many people, particularly older individuals that may need...