Medicaid Estate Recovery: Controversy Over Seizing Dead People's Homes

The text discusses the controversial practice of Medicaid offices suing for dead people's homes to cover health care costs, without warning the families. It highlights cases where families were billed large amounts for Medicaid expenses after their loved ones' deaths, and were threatened with losing their homes if they didn't pay. Critics argue that the estate recovery process is unfair and can perpetuate wealth disparities and intergenerational poverty. Some lawmakers and organizations are calling for an overhaul of the process, while others believe it is a necessary measure to encourage people to save for long-term care.