Medicaid Renewal Form Guidance

Summary

Medicaid eligibility in Georgia is income-based. Reporting retirement withdrawals, like an $80,000 withdrawal for a camping trailer, is crucial. Honest mistakes are generally not penalized, but transparency is essential. Consult local legal aid for specific advice.

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I have a medicaid renewal question
Hello Joy, I'm here to help with your Medicaid renewal question. Can you please tell me what specific issue you're facing? And also, could you mention the state you live in, as Medicaid rules can vary by state?
Georgia
Hello Joy, thank you for sharing. It seems like you're seeking information about Medicaid renewal in Georgia. Could you please provide more details about the specific issue you're facing with the renewal process?
My daughter now recieves SSDI and medicaid because i retired. We now have to do a renewal form. Orginally i applied for medicaid for her and was turned down do to child support. On that application i forgot my retirement accounts. Will i get in trouble when I put them on the renewal form
Hello Joy,
In Georgia, Medicaid eligibility is typically based on income, not assets. However, it's best to be transparent about all income and assets. It's unlikely you'll get in trouble for honest mistakes but it may affect eligibility. For specific advice, consider consulting with a local legal aid service.
I took out *,* out of my retirement to purchase a camping trailer should that information go on she medicaid renewal form
Hello Joy,
In Georgia, withdrawals from retirement accounts are generally counted as income for Medicaid purposes. If you took out $*,*, that may affect your daughter's Medicaid eligibility. It's advisable to note this withdrawal in the renewal form. For more detailed advice, please consult a local legal aid service.