In this Elder Law Minute, Wes Coulson, Illinois and Missouri Elder Law attorney, discusses Medicare and if it pays for nursing home care. Transcript: Hi, I am Wes Coulson from Dent-Coulson Elder Law, proudly serving clients throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area from our offices in O’Fallon, Illinois and the Westport Plaza area in St. […]
Medicare Supplement and Prescription Insurance on Top of Medicaid: Good Protection or Overkill?
In this Elder Law Minute, Wes Coulson, Illinois and Missouri Elder Law attorney, discusses whether a nursing home resident, who qualifies for Medicaid, should continue or cancel their existing Medicare supplement insurance or prescription insurance coverage. Medicare Supplement and Prescription Insurance on Top of Medicaid: Good Protection or Overkill? Transcript: Hi, I’m Wes Coulson from Dent-Coulson Elder […]
What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?
In this Elder Law Minute, Wes Coulson, Illinois and Missouri Elder Law attorney, addresses a very common question and explains the basic difference between Medicare and Medicaid. ? What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid? Transcript: Hi, I’m Wes Coulson and this is your Elder Law Minute. Today I want to address a very […]
Medical vs. Custodial Care: What’s the difference and why it matters
When looking at medical vs. custodial care, there are some differences that are important to discuss regarding the implications of the distinctions between the two. The biggest implication is that Medicare pays for medical care, but does not pay for custodial care. This matters a lot for people who find themselves needing custodial care in a […]
