Author: Mark Easley

Medicaid and Medicare are both health insurance programs of the federal government, however, Medicaid is run by the state, using federal and state money. Medicare is typically available for any US citizen or permanent resident over 65, as well as some people with disabilities who are under 65. Medicaid is an assistance program for individuals […]

In addition to health care coverage, Medicaid may also offer coverage for dental services. If you or a loved one are interested in Medicaid dental coverage, check on your state Medicaid official website for eligibility. In Missouri, Medicaid, also known as MO Healthnet, does offer dental benefits for beneficiaries of many of their health insurance […]

In addition to services provided in nursing facilities, State of Iowa’s Medicaid program offers 7 waiver programs to provide home and community based services. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services oversees these HCBS waiver programs. These programs provide caregiving services for recipients who would otherwise require a nursing facility level of care. Care […]

In addition to services provided in nursing facilities, Illinois Medicaid offers 9 Medicaid waiver programs for home and community based services (HCBS). The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) oversees these HCBS waiver programs. Each program has its own eligibility requirements, but all programs require that the individual is a U.S. citizen or […]

In addition to services provided in nursing homes, MO HealthNet (Missouri Medicaid) offers a variety of Medicaid waiver programs for adults living in-home or in intermediate care facilities. Known as Home and Community Based Waivers (HCBS), these comprehensive waiver programs provide caregiving services for recipients whose care needs would otherwise force them into nursing facilities. […]

When an Arkansas nursing home resident becomes Medicaid-eligible, their care will be fully covered by the state long-term care Medicaid program, run by the Department of Human Services. However, most of their monthly income will be paid to the nursing home to assist with their health care. This includes Social Security income as well as […]