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While Medicaid is a federal program available nationwide, each state has the ability to establish its own eligibility policies. If a move is in your future, it’s important to understand what factors should be evaluated to help you determine if you will be eligible for Medicaid in a different state….

Although Medicare and Medicaid programs do not have provisions for funeral and burial expenses, there are other options to consider when preparing for these expenses. Setting up a trust. Dual-eligibles who wish to maintain their needs-based coverage may be required to hold their funeral or burial savings in a special trust….

End-of-life care decisions are some of the most personal and important when it comes to medical comfort and support. Hospice is often the choice for individuals who are suffering from a terminal illness and the determination has been made that further treatment efforts can yield no greater result. Essentially, hospice…

Your eye health plays a crucial part in overall quality of life, but unfortunately, vision decline can be common as we age or when we experience certain illness or injury. is Many people neglect seeking vision care because deterioration can occur slowly over time, making it difficult to notice problems…

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a common medical condition that affects people of all ages. In the past, many people who suffered from ADHD were misdiagnosed. Today, ADHD is recognized as a treatable condition, and one of the most common medications used in the treatment of ADHD is Adderall. When…

Medicare provides health insurance coverage for millions of Americans, but for some people, including those who anticipate increased health challenges in the future, the program’s coverage limits can be a concern. As a result, some Medicare recipients choose to purchase Medicare supplement insurance plans to add to the coverage they…

Nutrition is an incredibly important part of overall health, but many seniors struggle with getting the right nutrition throughout the day. Mobility factors that prohibit the ability to grocery shop for fresh vegetables and fruit on a regular basis can certainly contribute to this. Certain dietary restrictions, memory loss, lack…

Whether you’re interested in improving muscle tone, increasing mobility or reducing anxiety, yoga may be able to help you achieve these goals. Yoga can be taught in group classes or during individual sessions with a personal trainer. If you are eligible for Medicaid, you may wonder if your coverage will help pay…

Dental and vision care can play a major role in a person’s overall well-being, but Medicaid may not provide coverage for certain procedures. It’s important to understand the standards of care for routine or medically necessary services under Medicaid. Routine vs Medically Necessary Dental Care  If your oral health is…