Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas
$6000 midicare bill
My mother left her house to me in her will. Medicare has sent us a bill of $6000 for her nursing home. my disabled sister remains in the house. is there anyway not to pay medicare at this time or do they get the money?
Asked on 1/31/09, 8:44 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Cheryl Rivera Smith
The Smith Law Firm
Re: $6000 midicare bill
I doubt it because the disabled exemption would apply if the house went to your sister, not you. However, I would talk to a Medicare (are you sure it isn't Medicaid?) caseworker just to be sure.
Answered on 1/31/09, 12:35 pm