Does Medicaid Consider the Assets of My Unmarried Partner?

For unmarried individuals applying for Medicaid who have not commingled their funds, the state will not count the assets and income of the individuals’ partners.

The state will treat each partner as single when determining their eligibility for Medicaid. It is important for unmarried couples to be aware of transfer rules, however. For married couples, they are free to transfer assets to one another, but for unmarried couples, they may be penalized for a transfer of assets with a period of ineligibility for benefits.

To find out more about becoming eligible to receive Medicaid benefits to cover long term care, contact Board Certified Elder Law Attorney Babette Bach, Esq. at (941) 906-1231.  Babette is experienced in giving Medicaid eligibility advice and navigating the process of applying for and receiving Medicaid benefits while protecting your assets to the highest degree possible.