Bill > H1365

This bill proposes to modify Massachusetts law regarding MassHealth (the state's Medicaid program) estate recovery by removing clause (3) from subsection (b) of section 31 of chapter 118E. While the specific details of the removed clause are not provided in the bill text, the title suggests this change is related to estate recovery for people with disabilities over the age of 55. Estate recovery is a process where states seek reimbursement for Medicaid expenses from a deceased person's estate. By removing this specific clause, the bill likely aims to reduce or eliminate certain estate recovery requirements for disabled individuals over 55, potentially providing greater financial protection for their heirs or estates. This change could make Medicaid benefits more accessible and less financially burdensome for disabled individuals and their families by limiting the state's ability to recoup healthcare costs after their death.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1365