Estate Recovery Program

The Estate Recovery Program in Des Moines, Iowa, is administered by Health Management System Inc. and is mandated by law to recover funds provided through Title XIX funded medical assistance, including Medicaid. Designed for recipients aged 55 and older, as well as younger residents of care facilities, the program ensures that any assets from a beneficiary estate may be utilized to reimburse the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services after their death.

Exceptions exist for collections that may cause undue hardship, such as those involving surviving spouses or disabled children, with specific payment timelines outlined based on inheritance regulations. The program also governs the disbursement of various asset types, including burial trust funds and annuities, establishing a clear framework for repayment obligations while considering higher priority expenses in estate settlements.

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