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The Truth About Medicare and Nursing Home Coverage
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Hi Friend, Thank you to everyone who responded to last week's email and shared stories of life after caregiving with us. They were powerful and profound, and we're so grateful you shared them. Medicare and Skilled NursingAs a former long-term care social worker in skilled nursing facilities, one of my duties was educating families about Medicare coverage during a loved one's stay. Many families were surprised to learn that Medicare only pays for skilled nursing home care for a limited time, and only under very specific conditions. Medicare covers short-term skilled care, not long-term custodial care, and only after a qualifying hospital stay has occurred. In our brand new resource, you’ll see: If your loved one is recovering after a hospital stay, and headed to a rehabilitation facility, this article will help you understand what’s covered, what isn’t, and how to prepare for what comes next. 👉 See the full resource: How Long Does Medicare Pay for Nursing Home Care? With Gratitude, Amie and Chris P.S. Have you advocated for a loved one's insurance coverage in a skilled nursing facility? Reply to this email, we'd love to hear your story.
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