Elder Care Law: Medicare v. Medicaid

Before we dive into the ins-and-outs of the “look-back period,” let’s discuss the difference between Medicare and Medicaid. People frequently conflate the two. So to dispel any confusion: Medicare is a payroll entitlement program for which most retirees aged 65 and older are eligible. Medicare covers about 80 percent of all senior citizens’ medical costs. …

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