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Medicaid Look-Back Period – The 5-Year Rule That Protects Your Nursing Home Savings

Asset Protection, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care, Medicaid Planning / Jack Gilbert

The Medicaid look-back period is 60 months (5 years) before you apply, during which asset transfers are reviewed. Gifts or below-market transfers can trigger a penalty period delaying nursing home Medicaid coverage. This article explains the 5-year rule, penalties, and planning steps to protect savings. What Is the Medicaid Look-Back Period? If you or a […]

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Can An Estate Planning Lawyer Help With Medicaid Planning?

Yes—an estate planning lawyer can help with Medicaid planning, including strategies to protect assets and improve eligibility while complying with federal and state rules. Because Medicaid has strict income and asset limits and a five-year “look-back” on many transfers, mistakes can trigger delays or penalties. This article explains how these lawyers structure plans, what tools