Tuesday, June 28, 2011

some questions about child support and medicaid

some questions about child support and medicaid?
social services sent me a letter saying that if i dont cooperate with child support then they would cut off my medicaid. i do need my medicaid because i already have health problems and i cant get any other health insurance my child father does take care if his child what would happen if my child father lost his job and wasnt able to pay ? would he go to jail? and does child support means he will have to pay until our son turns 18 ? what if we were to get married , what would happen ?
Law & Ethics - 3 Answers
 

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They don't send you right off to jail if you loose your job and are paying child support. Yes he would have to pay until he is 18 and even longer if there is any back support they need to get. If you marry there wouldn't be any new charges but again he would have to continue to pay for any back charges still pending.
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Even if the father is unemployed, he would be liable for paying something towards child support. Probably not as much as he would be required to pay if he were employed, but something. And yes, he can go to jail for failure to pay. Child support usually runs until a child turns 18 or graduates high school. In some states, it can run until they are 19 and some child support orders contain provisions for college. If you get married and stay married, child support is a non-issue. He wouldn't have to pay other than any in arrears.
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Child support is required if you ask for government support. If you don't ask for government support, you don't have to go after child support. As long as someone is providing and the government doesn't have to pay for anything, they don't care if you are on child support or not.





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Friday, June 24, 2011

Why were tea party Patriots praying to Jesus Christ To stop the Health-care bill

Why were tea party Patriots praying to Jesus Christ To stop the Health-care bill?
Do they need help from God to prevent poor kids from getting access to a doctor? Also, why would God value money over one of his own children's health? Does God put Money over Life and Death? Do Republicans believe Money overrides Life in the Eyes of god?
Government - 8 Answers
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Because Obamacare is destroying Free Market Capitalism in general and health care in particular -- including those "children" you are so concerned about.
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Proof?
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they would sell their souls to the devil, if it would get rid of health care improvements
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And as you know Jesus did not give his coat but rented it at a 15% interest rate He invited merchants in the temple He said "it's easy for the rich to go through the eye of a needle".
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You're question is very flawed. We are praying to Jesus to protect us and our families from Obama. I think that we may need help from God to ensure that our sick and elderly are taken care of. My question for you is why would Obama value power over one of his own citizen's health? He does put power over Life and Death. You seem to think that the evil Republicans are just out to destroy America and oppose everything Obama does. But do you realize that what Obama care does is make the health care system WORSE!! Obama is trying to control the American people through Health Care, Cap & Trade, and the stimulus. You HAVE to look beneath the surface. There is more to these bills than what is on the surface. Let's just look at Health Care. Obama Care is health Care for the healthy. For the very old, very young, very sick etc. Obama care is going to be a disaster. Obama promised that healthcare premiums would not go up, but they are already going up. Sebelius threatened the Health Care companies not to blame a rise in premiums on Obama Care. What does the silly bint think is causing the rise in premiums? Plus, you have to realize that never in history has a citizen been forced to purchase a product simply to live. You have to have a license and insurance for the privilege of having a business or driving a car. But that is different. If you want the privilege, you have to buy the insurance. They say that illegal aliens will not have access, but that is crap. I have heard from lots of nurses (as well as school administrators.) that said they can't ask for proof of citizenship. So without proof the illegals are going to get service. And we are going to pay for it.
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They have been convinced that this federal insurance program is the government taking over the health care industry. Just like they were convinced that Tarp was Bush (blame Obama) taking over the banking industry. Or that the auto bailouts are the government taking over the auto industry. The military occupation and regime changes in South America and the Middle East though - that's liberation. And since they believe the entire government (excluding Republicans of course) is corrupt and in league with Satan, well you get the picture. And considering that the Tea Party has no clear goals and that they reject reading and science what other options besides prayer is even possible for them? Informed discourse? Pretty unlikely.
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The health care in countries that have socialized health care is terrible. they have to wait forever and they don't even get to pick their own doctor! Why would you want to have the government pick what you get and who you get for you treatment? God doesn't need health care or money to make the kids better.
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I wonder what jesus is going to say




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Monday, June 20, 2011

Would there be health issuses if both mother and father of a child were AB- blood type

Would there be health issuses if both mother and father of a child were AB- blood type?

Other - Diseases - 5 Answers
 


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No.
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nope so ENJOY and congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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no, you will have either an A baby, a B baby, or an AB baby. The only health issues that arise with blood types are when the mother and baby have different blood types, or different rhesus factors (the positives and negatives) but given modern medicine, they're not a big issue and its standard for hospitals to check your foetus' blood type fairly early. If you are both negative (meaning neither of you have rhesus antibodies on your blood cells), your baby will be negative too. So you definitely can't have a clash with them on that front. Congrats and good luck!
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The only problem this would cause would be for children born after this child if this child & the next were Rh+ blood types b/c child #1 would cause mom to make antibiodies against Rh+ (mom Rh-) so the next child 's blood (if born Rh+ ) would be attacked by mom's immune system. RN
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There will be no problem as far as blood types go, but, a child could have either type A or type B blood also.




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Thursday, June 16, 2011

could cps take a child away from grandparents who have temporary custody because their health is questionable

could cps take a child away from grandparents who have temporary custody because their health is questionable?

Other - Pregnancy & Parenting - 6 Answers
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I don't know about where you live, but in the state of Illinois you must pass a physical as part of the custody process.
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yes sometimes if they reli ill
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No, I knew an old old I mean really old couple, the grandmother was blind, the mother of the children was an addict, and the grandparents did a great job. Its about safe housing, ability to care for the children, many parents are gravely ill, noone steps in and removes their children unless they ask them too right?
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It entirely depends on how the health of the grandparents effects the care of the kids - and the age of the kids. For instance, if you are talking about an infant, then grandparents who are likely to have sudden heart attacks and could leave a child alone in the house with a corpse are probably going to be seen as less than ideal guardians. However, such health is less likely to matter if the child is school aged because the child could call for help if something like that happened. However, if you're talking about grandparents with Alzheimers who can't clean up, cook for, or provide for the grandchild... then yes, that will effect what CPS does. It also really depends on whether or not CPS has an open case. It takes a much bigger problem to get CPS to open a case than it does for CPS to relocate children when there is already an open case.
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Absolutely NOT. The only way CPS can remove a child from a caregiver is there is physical, emotional sexual abuse or neglect going on. They can't remove a child just because someone has questionable health. However, if they are trying to become foster parents of the child through CPS, they probably won't get approved if they are in ill health.
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Depends on the health risks itself. If CPS put the children into the grandparents custody until further notice then they have already checked on the home and the living conditions that the children are in and deemed it a safe place for the kids to be placed.





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Sunday, June 12, 2011

my chronically ill child(15) has spent her 1 million lifetime health insurance maximum. what do we do now

my chronically ill child(15) has spent her 1 million lifetime health insurance maximum. what do we do now?
we make 100k a year.but even this is not enough for her medical expenses. Are there programs we can use if we make too much money but can't afford her medical care without insurance.
Insurance - 15 Answers

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Does the state not provide any healthcare?
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I'm not sure but I wanted to wish you the best and say good luck.
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Talk to your phsycian, they can make some referrals. You should have been researching this stuf LONG ago if you knew this day was coming. the wheels of free money programs spin very very slowly. You WILL incur expenses before you hear anything.
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Have you looked into taking her to Mexico for treatment? My Dad is going down there next month to have his teeth pulled because it is about five times cheaper. Forgot to mention that there are plenty of American Doctors and Dentists down there who use state-of-the art facilities. Can't figure out why I'm getting thumbs down on this reply. The half-socialized American health care is a rip-off!
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take it to the news! then they will do something about it! seriously, do it!
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move to enlgand and take advantage of the free health insurance- like everyone else!
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This is sad ): But It depends on what she has, you might be able to apply for a grant like thing for her that is from a program dedicated to the certain illness she has.
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The only program I know of is to get your daughter insured under SSI or some Medicaid program. You can also contact your State Insurance Commissioner and explain your problem and see if he can suggest some type of waiver under your current insurance program. I have heard of that happening. Edit: I just thought of one other possible avenue. If she is that sick, she must be a disabled child and you may be able to have her covered under yours, or her father's Social Security Disability program. It may well be worth a trip to your local Social Security Office to discuss it with a caseworker.
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I know it's not easy with the American health insurance the way it is (pre-existing conditions generally not covered) but have you looked into switching insurance companies? Decades ago, there had been people in your situation that were forced to give their child up to the state so the child's medical costs would be covered. Between giving up a child and watching her die, some people chose the latter to the former. But I'm sure you can find something. Even if you must move to another country; you'll do what it takes for your child. I'm sure you know what I mean.
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You contact two places - your state children's health insurance plan (medicaid) to see if they qualify - in many states, they will, as they are no longer eligible for private benefits, and are chronically ill. Most states, for ill children like this, they only count the CHILD'S income, not the parents. You MIGHT need to see if you can find a "child advocate" through your local school system, if your child is of school age, who can help you with this process. If not, you can check with your state insurance high risk pool. Not all states have one, and it has long waits.
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Somewhere I heard of Ill people becoming a " ward of the state". That is all that I have to give you so you can either check on your computer or go to a lawyer and see what it entails. {Shame shame shame on the jerk{ thats putting it mildly} how would you feel of a comment made to you if you have something similar no further comment. }
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i am sorry for your predicament,but perhaps if you lived in a country where the health of the nation is more important than money you may have had a chance,i often hear americans slag off our national health service,perhaps it would be a good idea for any government to consider it,after all it is for the childrens health.all insurance companies are the same the world over,profit before life
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wow ... only one million lifetime max .... here in calif most plans have 5-6 million lifetime max ... call a local insurance broker/agent and ask ... here in calif we have MRMIP (major risk medical ins program) GOOD LUCK !!!
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As you already know by now, your child will not qualify for medicaid because of your income. Until she reaches the age of 18, and can apply for her own Medicaid coverage, she will not be considered. It really depends upon the condition she suffers from. Is she considered totally disabled? If so, there will be more leniency toward her when it comes to things like eligibility under Medicaid. However, you also should be aware that Medicaid is a very stringent program and does not cover everything. You will be required to receive services from certain physicians and facilities in order to be eligible for reimbursement of charges (pay the doctors.). My wife and I went through this with our second son. I will warn you first that you won't like what I am about to tell you. Our second son was born with neurological and pulmonary problems. As a result, he suffered chronic acute central apnea, and tonic clonic seizures. No doctor could ever diagnose, or treat his condition, and it finally took his life at age 15. When he was born I was a claims manager at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. But I had just moved to AZ from California, where I had also worked for Blue Cross. Because BCBS is a differenet entity in every state, it was as if I was starting all over again. My wife was pregnant with him at the time and they considered her pregnancy a pre-existing conditon. There was nothing I could do to overcome this obstacle. Even with over 9 years in the BCBS organization. Because she had experienced a high risk pregnancy with our oldest son that terminated in an early C-Section, she was also at risk for our second child. But because my BCBS coverage would not pay for her care, I had to find an alternative. I left my job at BCBS. After a couple of months I exhausted my savings, and then became eligible for Medicaid. Medicaid then picked up the tab for my wife's pregnancy, which turned out to also be high risk and once again terminated in an early C-Section. When he was born, we immediately knew there were problems. He spent most of the first 6 years of his life at Phoenix Children's Hospital. The only way I coule retain eligibility for him, and get his medical bills covered, was to maintain my eligibility under Medicaid. This meant I could make no more than $1300 a month (combined income). And even that was cutting it close. But I love my family so I will do whatever it takes to provide what it is they need. I endured much crticism from the rest of my family for doing this because I was always going to them for help. No one understood my position. It stayed that way until the day he passed. Once he passed I was able to return to gainful employment and start making a decent income again. Sometime you gotta do what you gotta do. Especially when it comes to our children. My attitude was that he had a right to enjoy a quality of life just like everyone else. Unfortunately, in order to ensure that he had what he needed, I had to swallow my pride and do what I knew was right. That meant giving up my excellent job, using all of my savings and investments, and joining the ranks of the impoverished. I did not enjoy that classification, but it was something I felt I had to do. It's a travesty that decent, law abiding, tax paying citizens have to make these kinds of choices. But the reality is that you will probably end up using your financial resources to support your child's needs anyways. Just pray that you don't run out of money before she turns 18. Because once she is an adult, she can apply for Medicaid in her own name, and it is only at this point in time that your income will not be taken into account. If she is totally disabled, she can also apply for Medicare. In that way she can have dual coverage to ensure her needs will be appropriately met. I'm sorry I don't have anything more positive or uplifting to express to you. But the sad fact is that this is the way it is in the USA. You can always contact me through my profile if you would like to know more. I have recently considered that I should write a book about these experiences. Hope that helps, if for no other reason than to let you know there are others out there going through the same thing. Believe me WE FEEL YOUR PAIN!
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United Healthcare offers "kids only" health insurance plans that provide children's coverage for sickness and accidents. Their plans are written through school districts and many private K12 schools throughout the US. Their health plan is designed to be affordable, at just $98 every 2 months. Check out www.k12studentinsurance.com to see if your child's school district (or private school) is participating. Click on the "Plans & Pricing" tab, enter the district name or private school name and the state in the search box and review the plans. If you don̢۪t find your child̢۪s school district, call UnitedHealthcare StudentResources at 888-282-5957 to see about adding it.




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Wednesday, June 8, 2011

health issues - obese child

health issues - obese child?
who is the most obese child in the world. can you give some basic information. thx
Other - Health - 2 Answers
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I have no idea, but lots of obese children lose that babyfat and are in better shape than others after they grow up.
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I'll send U the site. I could & U will to the areas the biggest R in. All weights R metric ( I failed that ) but the closest I can tell is around 500 lbs. See site. Hope this helps U.




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Saturday, June 4, 2011

Can I reimburse myself health insurance costs from my company

Can I reimburse myself health insurance costs from my company?
We used to have individual health insurance, and I would pay for it out of my own company (an S Corp). When we got insurance through my husband's employer, I stopped reimbursing myself. He is paid for by the company, and then it costs extra to add myself and our child. I was just going to deduct health insurance premiums on our Sch A, but we don't have enough other medical expenses to meet the limit. Is it ligit to go ahead and reimburse myself the amount that it cost for the health insurance? Then it would be a business expense. Thanks.
United States - 2 Answers
 


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No. The insurance through your husband's employer does not meet the test of having been established through the S-corp.
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Once again, VB gives the correct answer. While the IRS has recently expanded the definition of the "established in the company name" standard, since the policy comes from your husband's employer it still does not qualify. As a side note, officer health insurance cannot be directly deducted by an S corporation for more than 2% owners. There is a convoluted method used to get the deduction, but again you would not qualify.





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Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Health Care Coverage for kids while paying child support

Health Care Coverage for kids while paying child support?
My boyfriend and I live in NY, he has 2 children that live in Chicago (previous marriage). He has been paying the suggested amount for child support since they divorced-financially I can't say they have any issues, gifts are sent for holidays/b-days, and he/we make visits out there periodically to see the kids. He also has the children on his insurance policy, however his ins. does not provide coverage beyond the East Coast-the policy will only cover ER and in patient stays. Since we had our son a year ago she's been acting a bit "catty, getting on his case about how she's paying too much for their out patient health care and she only works 2 days a week, she wants to start sending them to private school, and her recent favorite comment is "I could care less about your other life" etc etc. We even found out the the kids started calling their step father (or rather her boyfriend until very recently) 'Dad' (Which I object to considering that despite the fact that we live far, my boyfriend is still is a part of their lives). She got married about 2 weeks ago and since then has been bugging my boyfriend NON STOP to give "legal rights" to her husband so he can put them on his insurance policy because he needs to be a legal guardian or adoptive parent. Unfortunately for my boyfriend, he's very passive and a man of few words-he doesn't ask many questions and I feel that she takes advantage of that sometimes. I mean essentially what she's asking for is for him to give up his parental rights for the sake of the kids healthcare coverage...? I understand that times are rough, and obtaining health care isn't easy especially if you're not working or working part time, but the rest of us bust our @sses to work full time to support our children while she works 2 days a week...? And from what it seems like lately, I don't think she's working @ all to go to school. I'm a full time working Mom, T take online college courses, and I take care of about 80% of my toddler's financial needs-and this includes daycare which in NY is $160 per week, I also have my son on my health care policy. My boyfriend is a wonderful partner and Father, and I know that technically he should contribute more financially, but I do it to alleviate him from the pressure. We're even afraid to get married b.c I've heard that if we do, the courts can combine both of our incomes, can that be done? Sorry if this is a lot people, but any opinions on the situation would be appreciated. Thanks everyone for your opinions, even if they were negative and for some borderline insulting-just goes to show how BITTER you are-not all Mom's work part time for their kids-some are just plain LAZY, as in HER CASE. But what can I expect from losers who live off of Yahoo answers.
Marriage & Divorce - 5 Answers
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A step-father can put kids on his insurance. My husband covers my children with no legal change in their status. It's silly for you to have so much resentment about her. Her life is none of your business. What the kids call their step-dad is none of your business. If it bothers your bf, HE should do something about it. Your income can't be combined, exactly. In some states the second wife's income can be CONSIDERED as part of what the dad has to live on, but child support is calculated on his, and possibly her income (the bio mom and dad). Don't marry this man if you plan to maintain all this bitterness about his ex. You will make his life miserable. Right now, you aren't even the children's step-mom.
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I'm not going to address a lot of this, because stepfamily arrangements can be sooo tricky, especially when one parent is in a different state from the kids. What I do want to say is that you should dig a little deeper on this insurance thing, because I suspect that the kids *could* be covered on the stepfather's policy and that the ex is just yanking your boyfriend's chain. My husband has worked at several different jobs over the years, and has always, ALWAYS been able to include my daughter (his stepchild) on his health insurance policies. It's never been a problem to add her, and no one has ever made an issue of the fact that she's "only" a stepchild; she's always had the same benefits as his/our biological children. Just something to consider...
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First of all, the court cannot combine your income with his in order to calculate child support (or anything else) because the children are his and not yours. It doesn't matter how much money you make. Secondly, STAY OUT of his interactions with his ex wife regarding their children. It is none of your business; and in the long run you will be creating resentment and bitterness for all of your "helpful suggestions." They are his kids... let him man up and deal with it.
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This is your boyfriend's issues to deal with the mother of his children and their insurance issues..these are issues that most couples need to work after divorce..if not, then there is always court intervention by either party..courts only look at the parents incomes for determining child support, health insurance, etc..
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I cover my step daugthers on my health insurance even though my husband and his ex shared joint custody. It should be allowed under the plan. BTW, the new husband only has 2 more weeks to sign up the kids under his work policy. Under the rules of COBRA, you have 30 days following a qualifying event to add or drop coverage. Their excuse is invalid. He probably should ask his attorney about the combined income for child support. My husband did not have to pay more for child support following our marriage.




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