If you are applying for MassHealth and your application is denied, or if you currently are a MassHealth member and a prior authorization was changed or denied, it is easy to feel discouraged. But do not give up. It is possible to appeal an adverse MassHealth decision....
Month: September 2022
What if a person made a will, got married and did not update it?
Creating a will is a vital step in being prepared for the future. This can protect family members, make sure property goes where the person – the testator – wants it to go, prepare to pass along a business and much more. For Massachusetts residents who take the...
What happens if I die without ever writing a will?
Like other states, Massachusetts has laws in place that set out how a person’s property will be transferred if they leave no will. These laws also apply in other situations, such as when a person’s only will gets invalidated for some reason or if the will does not...
Assets not counted to determine Mass Health Medicaid eligibility
The time may be coming when people in Massachusetts need to start considering nursing homes either for themselves or for their parents. As people age, they may need additional help due to various health issues. They may no longer be in a position to care for...
The drastic effect private equity has on nursing homes
You understand the importance of research when looking for a nursing home. However, one thing you may overlook is the potential meddling of a private equity firm in its attempt to take over and change it to a for-profit facility. Beware. When private equity firms...