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Top 3 Reasons Nursing Home Medicaid Benefits are Denied

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

There are many reasons why an application for Medicaid long-term care benefits can be denied. A denial of Medicaid benefits needs to be taken seriously and appealed in a timely …

Medicaid Application Process, 5-Year Look-back 5 Years of Records for Small and Inactive Accounts

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

It can make sense to close small and inactive bank accounts to make the Medicaid application process easier if you may need to apply for long-term care benefits in the …

How Long is a Power of Attorney Good for in Pennsylvania?

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

How long is a power of attorney valid in Pennsylvania? Here are a few key points: Not Invalid Due to Mere Passage of Time. In Pennsylvania a power of attorney …

What Should I Ask My Lawyer about Financial Power of Attorney?

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

What questions should you ask your lawyer when preparing a financial POA document? Here are ten questions to get the conversation started:  Should I name agents to serve as POA …

Pennsylvania Elder Law Reference Guide 2024

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

Pennsylvania Elder Law Reference Guide 2024 Meeting With Your Lawyer Perhaps the most difficult part of the estate planning process is overcoming procrastination and scheduling that initial consultation. For the …

What Assets Are Exempt From Medicaid Estate Recovery Rights?

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

When a Medicaid beneficiary passes away, their estate may be obligated to pay back outstanding debts, potentially including Medicaid long-term care benefits. However, some assets are exempt from Medicaid estate …

Power of Attorney vs. Guardianship in Pennsylvania

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

Here are some points of comparison between a Power of Attorney and a guardianship in Pennsylvania.  A Power of Attorney (POA) is a relatively inexpensive document that is part of …

How are Income Payments to the Nursing Home Calculated for Medicaid Long-Term Care Benefits?

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

It is important to make sure that a Medicaid applicant’s income is properly calculated and paid to the nursing home. Sometimes a Medicaid application is filed and remains pending for …

Should you Name Two People to Serve as Power of Attorney?

By Robert C. Gerhard, III

There are several protections your lawyer can include when drafting your power of attorney. These protections can limit your agent’s authority and hold that agent accountable. First, be sure to …