CFG Legal & Regulatory Issues in Elder Care 4

Question 1

A conservatorship differs from a guardianship in that a conservatorship typically manages:

Accepted Answer

Financial affairs and property

Answer

A conservatorship (or financial guardianship) is court-ordered oversight of a person's financial affairs, while guardianship covers personal care.

Question 2

When a nursing home seeks to involuntarily discharge a Medicaid resident, which protection does federal law require?

Accepted Answer

Written notice at least 30 days in advance with appeal rights

Answer

Federal law requires facilities to provide written notice at least 30 days before discharge and inform residents of their right to appeal.

Question 3

The term 'Medicaid estate recovery' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Medicaid recouping benefits paid from the deceased recipient's estate

Answer

Medicaid estate recovery programs require states to seek reimbursement from the estates of deceased Medicaid beneficiaries for certain covered services.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of 'undue influence' in elder law?

Accepted Answer

A caregiver isolating an elder and pressuring them to change their will

Answer

Undue influence occurs when someone uses their position of trust or power to override an elder's free will, often through isolation and coercion.

Question 5

Which federal program provides prescription drug coverage for Medicare beneficiaries?

Accepted Answer

Medicare Part D

Answer

Medicare Part D provides outpatient prescription drug coverage through private insurance plans approved by Medicare.

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CFG Legal & Regulatory Issues in Elder Care 4