Medicaid Recouping Costs from Deceased Individuals' Homes

State Medicaid offices target dead people’s homes to recoup their health care costs 🔗

Many Americans rely on Medicaid when fighting diseases. But there's a catch. Often, states try to recoup the costs after the recipients die.

The text discusses the practice of state Medicaid offices targeting the homes of deceased individuals to recoup their health care costs. This process is mandated by the federal government, but critics argue that it disproportionately affects the poorest individuals and yields minimal returns. The article highlights individual cases of families facing significant bills and threats of losing their homes due to this practice. Some states pursue recovery more aggressively than others, with varying policies and outcomes. Several lawmakers and organizations are advocating for the end of this federal mandate, citing its ineffectiveness and detrimental impact on families.