Medicaid

Support New Jersey Bill A2691/S1576: Raise the Personal Needs Allowance

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What Is the Personal Needs Allowance The personal needs allowance, often shortened to PNA, is the small monthly amount nursing home residents on Medicaid are allowed to keep for themselves. Nearly two-thirds of nursing home residents in New Jersey rely on Medicaid. Their income, including any Social Security benefits, goes directly to the facility to … Read more

Medicaid MLTSS in New Jersey: Application Challenges

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Eligibility and Documentation One of the biggest challenges in the Medicaid MLTSS application process is meeting the eligibility criteria. The criteria varies based on income, assets, age and disability. Gathering and submitting the necessary documentation such as financial records, tax returns, proof of citizenship and medical reports can be a long and tedious process. Make … Read more