Kentucky Miller Trust Forms for Medicaid are legal documents designed to help individuals qualify for Medicaid while having excess income that would otherwise disqualify them. The Miller Trust, also known as a Qualified Income Trust (QIT), is named after the landmark case Miller v. Ibarra, which established its legality. This trust allows individuals with income above the Medicaid limit to allocate their excess income towards their medical expenses, enabling them to meet the income requirements set by Medicaid. There are various types of Kentucky Miller Trust Forms available, each catering to specific circumstances and requirements. Some common types include: 1. Single Beneficiary Miller Trust: This form is for individuals who are applying for Medicaid as a single beneficiary. It is specifically designed to receive and manage the income of a single person. 2. Married Couple Miller Trust: This form applies to married couples who need to establish a Miller Trust together to qualify for Medicaid. It accounts for the combined income of both spouses and allows them to allocate the excess income towards medical expenses. 3. Pooled (“d4c”) Miller Trust: This specific type of Miller Trust is managed by a non-profit organization. It is suitable for individuals who have difficulty managing their own finances or lack a suitable trustee to oversee their funds. Pooled trusts combine the resources of multiple beneficiaries for investment purposes, while still maintaining separate accounts for each individual. The various Kentucky Miller Trust Forms for Medicaid are tailored to individual and unique circumstances, ensuring that individuals who exceed Medicaid income limits can still access necessary healthcare services without financial burden. It is important to consult an attorney or seek guidance from a Medicaid expert to determine the appropriate form and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.