Get approved for Medicaid even if you've been told you don't qualify.
Many Idaho families believe they must spend everything to qualify for Medicaid. In reality, there may be legal strategies and options available to help you preserve what matters most.

WHO WE HELP
Whether you are planning ahead or facing an urgent care decision right now, most families wait too long to ask about their Idaho Medicaid eligibility. The sooner you have a strategy, the more you can protect.
FOR SENIORS 70+
You've worked hard, saved wisely, and want to make sure a nursing home stay doesn't drain everything you planned to leave behind. We'll help you understand your Medicaid eligibility limits and create a plan for your home.
FOR ADULT CHILDREN 50+
You're watching your parents' savings disappear and wondering if there is a better way. There is. We help adult children navigate the Medicaid details of aging parents while preserving assets for a meaningful family legacy.




JOHN todd
former IDAHO MEDICAID SPECIALIST
John spent 14 years working directly with Idaho Health & Welfare reviewing Medicaid applications and watching first-hand as families made costly financial mistakes simply because they didn't understand the rules. After leaving the department, he now works exclusively for Idaho families.
Former Idaho Health & Welfare Medicaid reviewer
14 years at Idaho Health and Welfare
Independent consultant — No insurance products, no agenda except your family's best outcome
Flat-fee consulting—100% legal, fully transparent strategies
Serves all of Idaho
You may still qualify using a Miller Trust.
our services
From planning ahead to urgent crisis situations, every service is built around protecting what your family has worked a lifetime to build.
Legal strategies to protect savings and property before entering the Medicaid process. Most people assume qualifying means spending down everything. That's often simply not true.
Best for: Families planning ahead (ages 50-70+) and seniors approaching care needs.
Accuracy is everything. We handle every step, from documents to state approval. We know exactly what Idaho Medicaid eligibility reviewers are looking for—and how to present your information in the strongest possible light.
Best for: Families actively applying or preparing to apply for Long-Term Care Medicaid in Idaho.
When monthly income exceeds the strict limit (approx $2,829), you aren't disqualified—but you need a Miller Trust immediately. We guide you through setup and use.
Best for: Seniors whose income exceeds Idaho Medicaid limits while seeking home care.
It's not just "money." You're concerned about protection, mom/dad's care, the house, and preserving legacy. We review your full situation and answer all the "what if" questions.
Best for: Adults beginning the aging process discussion. Stop worrying about hypothetical care costs.
We know where the traps are hidden. We can help you check all the boxes correctly when you apply. Explore All Services →
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Still not sure if this is for you? These are the questions John hears most often—answered openly, without jargon.
Idaho Medicaid looks at three things: medical need, income, and countable assets. We help families understand each requirement and create a clear plan to qualify without losing their savings.
Idaho’s Medicaid income limit changes yearly. Even if your income is over the limit, you can still qualify using a Miller Trust (Qualified Income Trust). We help families set this up correctly.
Yes. Even if your income is above the Medicaid limit in Idaho, you may still qualify by using a Miller Trust. We guide families through the entire setup to make sure it’s done correctly.
A Miller Trust allows Idaho applicants with income above the Medicaid limit to qualify legally. It’s often required for nursing home or memory care Medicaid. We guide families through the entire setup.
Medicaid does not take your home while a spouse is living in it. However, estate recovery may apply later. We help families protect the home and avoid unnecessary loss.
Yes. Idaho Medicaid has strong spousal protection rules that allow the spouse at home to keep the home, income, and a significant portion of assets – often more than you think. We help families use these rules to stay financially secure.
Families often have only days to act before bills escalate. We provide fast crisis Medicaid planning to prevent costly private-pay months in Idaho nursing homes.
Most denials are fixable. Missing documents, misunderstood income rules, or incorrect asset reporting are common. We review your denial and provide a clear plan to reapply successfully.
Still unsure what applies to your situation?
choose your path
Select the course that best aligns with your family's financial security goals. Each course provides actionable, step-by-step guidance.
If Your Income is Too High for Medicaid, Start Here:

Master the precise legal strategies required to legally shield your excess income and qualify for Medicaid, ensuring care access without sacrificing your lifestyle.
Qualify for Medicaid even if income exceeds the limit.
Avoid costly application mistakes.
Set up your Miller Trust correctly.
Understand how income rules work.
Need more than just qualification? Plan and protect your Assets.

A 30-day actionable roadmap to legally protect your home, savings, and lifetime of hard work from aggressive Medicaid estate recovery programs.
Qualify for Medicaid without losing everything.
Protect your savings and assets legally.
Step-by-step Medicaid planning.
What to do before applying.
FAMILIES TRUST US WITH WHAT MATTERS MOST
★★★★★
It's been about 14 months to wade through all of Medicaid's demands to get my mother approved. John did a fantastic job of staying on track when I was ready to tear my hair out. I could not have done it on my own.
Money well spent!
-Greg Perry
★★★★★
I am extremely grateful for the assistance John provided to me. He is a consummate professional. He is a reliable, patient and resourceful. I highly recommend his services
★★★★★
John has been talking about Medicaid planning for Idaho families for years and we finally called him. He made everything so much clearer and helped her family avoid a very cause of mistake we were about to make.
-Linda Wortham
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Medicaid planning works best when it starts early. But even if care is needed now, there are still options. Whether you are worried about Medicaid eligibility, Medicare income invalidation, or setting up a Miller Trust—one phone call is all it takes to find out what's possible for your family.
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