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Starting in 2028, More Than $1 Million in Home Equity Disqualifies You From Medicaid Nursing Home Coverage, and the Cap Never Adjusts for Inflation
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· September 3, 2026
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Key points Further details about this rule and its implications are available from 24/7 Wall St. Starting in 2028, individuals with more than $1 million in home equity will be disqualified.
A new rule affects Medicaid nursing home coverage. Starting in 2028, individuals with more than $1 million in home equity will be disqualified.
The cap of $1 million is a key factor in determining eligibility. Notably, this cap does not adjust for inflation.
Further details about this rule and its implications are available from 24/7 Wall St. The change is set to take effect in 2028, and it may impact those seeking Medicaid nursing home coverage.
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Category: Local Published: September 3, 2026 Source: 24/7 Wall St. Reading time: 1 min
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