As states continue to grapple with funding Medicaid and deciding whether or not to implement the Medicaid expansion as outlined in the Affordable Care Act, a new article in Forbes shows how choosing not to expand the program could lead to hospitals paying billions more in expenses. The National Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems recently analyzed the potential impact … read more
Who to Choose as Your Estate Representative
Anyone making a will in Greensboro, North Carolina, has the right to choose who will serve as the executor of the estate. The executor, also known as an estate administrator or personal representative, has to be someone who can handle the probate case and represent your interests in front of the clerk of the Superior Court. There are two main options you have when selecting an executor, … read more
North Carolina Probate: Notice To Creditors
If you are considering making a will in Greensboro, North Carolina, you may be curious about how your wishes are carried out after you die. In general, a will sets out your choices about who receives your property, or at least a specific type of your property known as probate property. As part of the probate process, someone will have to represent your state. This person, known as an … read more
Medicaid Spending Growth at Record Low
A recent report from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows that Medicaid spending growth slowed dramatically in 2012. The report says that the total amount that the federal and state governments spent on Medicaid increased by 2% in 2012. In 2011 the increase had been almost 5 times that, at 9.7%. Prior to the economic downturn of 2008, the lowest annual percentage increase occurred in 2006, … read more
The Myth of the Will Registry
Some people making a Will in Greensboro, North Carolina have heard about Will registries but don’t really know what they are. Some of these people may be confused by what these registries do, and may believe that you have to file your Will with the registry as part of the legal process. Here is what you need to know about Will registries and how they can impact your will. Optional … read more
Elder Caregivers Need to Take Care of Themselves
Taking care of someone that cannot care for his or herself is difficult when someone is in their 30’s or 40’s; such a task is made even more difficult when the caregiver is elderly. If you are an elderly caregiver, then you need to be sure to take time for yourself, every day, or you may find yourself becoming overwhelmed. You should also think about how you want to respond if unexpected … read more
Mississippi Becomes First to Opt-Out of Medicaid Expansion
Following the summer Supreme Court decision that allowed states to choose to opt out of the Medicaid expansion outlined under the health care reform law, Mississippi recently became the first state to choose to decline the expansion and the federal dollars associated with it. While the healthcare law is almost certainly best known for its requirement for individual Americans to obtain … read more
I’ve Moved. Can I Still Use my Will in my New State?
Even though a lot of people know that each state has its own laws about wills and estate planning, many people aren’t sure how those laws apply to practical situations, such as when you move to a new state. In general, if you live in, or have recently moved to Greensboro, North Carolina and have made a last will and testament in one state, that will is still good when you move to a new … read more
Avoiding Medicaid Fraud – 3 Tips
Medicaid fraud costs the states and the federal government billions of dollars each year, and the problem is only getting bigger as more and more people apply for Medicaid coverage. While some types of Medicaid fraud, such as illegal price-fixing or illegal advertising by pharmaceutical companies cannot be easily avoided, there are steps you can take to prevent Medicaid fraud from … read more
How to Know When It’s Time for Mom or Dad to Stop Driving
Adult children with aging parents often face a difficult decision in determining when it's appropriate to take away the keys from mom or dad. While no one wants to be faced with the situation of having to discuss this difficult situation, you can't ignore the reality and allow a parent to continue driving when he or she is no longer capable of doing so safely. Here are several tips you … read more
