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Medicaid Filing Connection is your full-service solution for Medicaid planning and financial peace of mind.
At Medicaid Filing Connection, we help our clients preserve and extend their family’s wealth by restructuring their finances to qualify for Medicaid in Texas. Our proven, six-step process is led by a dedicated Medicaid Eligibility Specialist and includes a team of experts who can advise on financial, legal, and insurance matters.
Texas Medicaid Programs
Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD)
This Medicaid program is designed for US citizens (or qualifying US legal residents) aged 65 or older who require 30 or more days of non-stop, long-term care. According to Texas Health & Human Services, MEPD covers health care services such as:
• Regular checkups at the doctor
• Medicine and vaccines
• Hospital care and services
• X-rays and lab tests
• Vision and hearing care
• Access to medical specialists and mental health care
• Treatment of special health needs and pre-existing conditions
MEPD also covers long-term services and supports, including:
• Home care and personal care, like having someone help monitor your health and help you with daily activities
• Having somebody take your child to their medical appointments
• Nursing home care
• A hospital for mental illnesses
• A place of care for people with intellectual disabilities
Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD)
This Medicaid program is designed for US citizens (or qualifying US legal residents) aged 65 or older who require 30 or more days of non-stop, long-term care. According to Texas Health & Human Services, MEPD covers health care services such as:
- Adaptive Aids
- Adult Day Care / Adult Day Health
- Adult Foster Care
- Assisted Living
- Delivered Meals
- Home Modifications
- Home Care
- Medical Care / Medical Supplies
- Nursing Services
- Personal Care
- Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy
- Personal Emergency Response Service
- Respite Care
- Transitional Services
Qualifying for Medicaid in Texas
The following table covers eligibility requirements for Skilled Nursing Medicaid care in Texas. If your loved one has income and assets over these limits they may still become eligible for Medicaid in Texas. Medicaid Filing Connection can help your family convert financial assets in excess of the limit into exempt assets.
- Individual Income Limit
$2,742/mo
- Combined Spousal Income Limit
$5,484/mo
- Individual Asset Limit
$2,000
- Spousal Asset Limit*
$3,000
- Community Spouse Asset (Resource) Allowance (CSRA)
$29,724-148,620
- Spouse Maintenance Allowance (MMMNA)
$3715.50/mo
- Home Equity Limit
$688,000
- Daily Penalty Divisor
$237.93
