Can Medicaid Take My Car Accident Settlement?

Will Part of Your Car Accident Settlement Go to Medicaid?

An attorney can help you keep more of your money in your pocket

It is possible that Medicaid could seek to recover some or all of your car accident settlement if you receive medical treatment as a result of the accident and Medicaid pays for those medical expenses. The same is true if you have Medicare or private health insurance. The insurance company can ask to be reimbursed out of your settlement or verdict to the extent that the settlement is for the medical expenses that they already paid.

However, there are rules and regulations in place that determine whether and how Medicaid can seek to recover a settlement from a car accident. The specifics of these rules can vary depending on the state where the accident occurred and the specific circumstances of the case. It is always a good idea to speak with a lawyer if you have any questions about how your car accident settlement could affect your Medicaid eligibility.