Title 19, or Medicaid, is a welfare program that is jointly funded by the federal and state governments. It was established to help cover medical and nursing facility expenses for those who could not afford to do so on their incomes alone. If you want to know more about Medicaid, turn to Debra A. Brown in Torrington, CT.

Read on for answers to three of the most frequently asked questions about Title 19:

• What Is The Difference Between Medicaid & Medicare? Medicaid and Medicare are both health insurance programs funded by the government; however, Medicare only pays for a nursing home in certain situations, and it only does so for up to 100 days. Medicaid, on the other hand, is designed to pay for nursing home care as well as most of the living expenses that come with it.
• Who Is Eligible For Free Medicaid? In Connecticut, families with children and a monthly income of less than $2,700 may be eligible for free Medicaid as may be pregnant women with a monthly income of less than $3,500 for a family of two. Adults without children who have a monthly income of less than $1,830 for a family of two may also be eligible for free Medicaid.
• Who Is Eligible For Medicaid With A Copay? If you do not qualify for free Medicaid, you may still be eligible if you can cover monthly costs or copays. Families with children and a monthly income of between $2,700 and $4,200 are eligible for Medicaid with a copay as are people with certain medical conditions.

Navigating the application process for Medicaid is complicated, regardless of your situation, but Debra A. Brown will help. She is an elder law attorney in Torrington, CT, who always puts her clients first. Visit her website to learn more about her other areas of practice, and call her at (860) 496-7717 to schedule an initial consultation to discuss Title 19 today.