MassHealth (what Medicaid is called in Massachusetts) is a federal and state program that pays
for health care for certain low- and medium-income people living in Massachusetts. For people
aged 65 and over who are in need of long-term care, MassHealth Standard is the coverage they
need, but there are eligibility requirements.
MassHealth Standard
While there are several types of MassHealth coverage, MassHealth Standard is the most
complete and is the type most commonly used by older adults (age 65 and older). MassHealth
Standard is what pays for long-term care services for seniors that are provided either in a
nursing home setting or in the community. In order to be eligible for this plan, you must be a
U.S. citizen or legal alien and a resident of Massachusetts. Once you qualify for MassHealth
Standard, you will be covered for the following Medicaid benefits:
Inpatient hospital services
Outpatient services, including ERs, clinics, doctor visits, dentists, home health care
Medical services: laboratory and imaging tests, physical and occupational therapy
Prescription drugs and medical devices: dentures, eyeglasses, hearing aids, etc.
Mental health and addiction services: inpatient and outpatient
Transportation to and from medical settings
Personal-care-attendant services
Long-term care benefits and services
Nursing home care
Inpatient rehabilitation for chronic illness or injury
Adult daycare
Care related to an organ transplant procedure (if approved)
Hospice care
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