Medicare vs. Medicaid (MassHealth) Lawyer in Needham, MA 

Understanding the Difference Between Medicare & Medicaid (MassHealth) 

Basic Medicare, known as Medicare Part A, is available to anyone who meets the eligibility requirements. It typically covers expenses associated with short-term hospital and skilled nursing facility stays, as well as limited home health care. It also covers medical equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers. Part A is generally provided at no cost. 

By contrast, Medicare Part B is a voluntary program for which participants pay a premium. Also known as Supplementary Medical Insurance (SMI), this program helps people pay for doctor’s visits, outpatient hospital care, home health care, and other services, as well as certain medications, prosthetics, and medical equipment. 

Other Medicare plans, known as Part C and Part D, involve private insurance companies to provide many similar benefits.

It can be challenging to determine the proper strategy when making decisions regarding Medicare and Medicaid (MassHealth). Our Certified Elder Law Attorney at Lannik Law helps clients assess their situation and make wise choices in this area and other aspects of elder law and estate planning. We serve clients in the Greater Boston area, Cape Cod, Needham, and Mashpee.

Request a consultation with our Needham & Mashpee Medicaid (MassHealth) vs. Medicare attorney by phone at (781) 303-9594 or by reaching us online. We offer virtual appointments for your convenience. 

Have Confidence In Your Medicare & Medicaid (MassHealth) Decisions

Medicare and Medicaid (MassHealth) are frequently confused. They are not the same. The most significant distinction is that Medicare and MassHealth Connector Insurance do not cover long-term care. However, Medicaid (MassHealth) does.

Medicaid (MassHealth) is a state and federally funded long-term care program that covers the costs of long-term medical care for people over 65 and people with specific qualifying disabilities. 

Lannik Law assists individuals and families in the Greater Boston Area and Cape Cod in obtaining Medicare or Medicaid (MassHealth), as necessary. We can help you take the proper steps to protect the assets of those who require long-term care coverage through Medicaid (MassHealth).

Medicaid (MassHealth) planning is often a critical component of nursing home and long-term care planning. Our attorney can help protect your assets from being depleted by the costs of long-term care, while preserving your eligibility for government benefits, such as Medicaid (MassHealth). This is accomplished through careful planning and possible trusts.

Let Us Review Your Situation

Whether you are planning for yourself or an elderly relative, we welcome the opportunity to review your situation with you and recommend a practical course of action. We can answer your elder care questions, explain your options, and help you take appropriate and protective legal steps with a customized strategy tailored to your needs. 

Phone (781) 303-9594 or complete our online contact form to book your consultation today.