Medicaid Law in Ohio

Qualifying for assistance

Medicaid is a government-sponsored program that offers medical coverage for qualifying individuals.  The program is funded by both federal and state governments and is available for a variety of medical needs, including assisted living and in-home care.

Stubbins, Watson & Bryan Co., L.P.A. typically represents senior citizens, age 65+, in need of assistance with all aspects of Medicaid law.  Many of our Medicaid clients require long-term care and need legal help applying for the program to help cover the cost of their medical expenses.

Many long-term care facilities are paid for on a private basis until assets are exhausted, in which case the Medicaid program may  be of assistance.  However, there are planning opportunities available to reduce or eliminate unlimited spending for assisted living and skilled nursing expenses.

Please review the following links for more information on Medicaid law in Ohio:

• Getting care
• Income guidelines
• Medicaid managed care benefit package

These documents as well as the application process can be difficult to understand.  Our attorneys explain the process and your rights, so you understand what you need to do and why.  Contact the office with your questions and concerns, and get one of our attorneys working on your case, today.

Veterans' Benefits planning

Veterans deserve assistance for their important sacrifices, and as they age, it is imperative they continue to receive the financial assistance and medical care they need.

Under a Veteran’s Assistance (VA) program called the “Improved Pension,” veterans and widows of veterans are eligible for tax-free income from the VA to help cover the costs of home health care, assisted living care, and nursing home care.

There are some basic eligibility requirements veterans must meet to qualify for the benefits:

• Veteran must have served at least 90 days of active service with at least one day of service during a wartime period.
• Veteran must have received a discharge other than dishonorable.
• Claimant must have limited income and assets available.
• Claimant must have a permanent and total disability, and the disability was caused without willful misconduct of the claimant.
• Veteran or widow(er) signs an application and provides the application to the VA.

As of June 23, 2008, the VA began REQUIRING that ANYONE who assists a veteran or family member with the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of a claim for benefits, to be accredited by and through the VA BEFORE they can legally provide assistance.  Thus, to protect yourself while going through the VA process, make sure you are using an accredited agent.  To check if a person is accredited, you can go to: http://www4.va.gov/ogc/apps/accreditation/index.asp and type in their name for confirmation.  (A one-time agent - usually a family member - does not need to be accredited).

Attorneys may charge a PRE-FILING consultation fee to assess whether there are any benefits you may be eligible for through the VA.  However, NO ONE can charge you to assist with the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of your claim.

Our firm is proud to help and support those who have served our country and rises to meet the unique challenges of their cases.

Call 866-974-0926 (Toll Free) or 740-452-8484 for help with Ohio Veteran’s benefits.