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Long-term Care Income Thresholds 2026

The income thresholds for long-term care programs in Michigan, including the standard institutional income limit and the medically needy income standard.

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Jan 6, 2026
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How do Michigan’s medically needy/spend‑down calculations work and which medical expenses count toward qualifying in 2026?

Michigan’s medically needy or “spend‑down” pathway lets people whose income exceeds Medicaid limits become eligible by applying unpaid medical bills against the excess; the state’s 2026 long‑term care...

Jan 11, 2026

How does Michigan apply the 5% income disregard when calculating Medicaid eligibility in 2026?

Michigan applies the federal “5% income disregard” primarily through MAGI-based Medicaid rules by effectively allowing applicants to be tested against a threshold that is 5 percentage points higher th...