Follow
Share
This question has been closed for answers. Ask a New Question.
Different states have different provisions, but generally the answer is yes. This is called "Medicaid Estate Recovery." In North Carolina where I live, for example, upon death the State will file a claim against the estate like any other creditor. The estate cannot be closed until the claim is paid.

There are ways around this using retitling and remainder deeds, but these are very complcated and, if done wrong, can impose enormous sanctions. Unfortunately, they require the services of a skilled elder care attorney who specializes in Medicaid spenddowns.
Helpful Answer (0)
Report

This question has been closed for answers. Ask a New Question.
Ask a Question
Subscribe to
Our Newsletter