The Advocates Guide to the Medicaid Program: A Must-Have Resource

For attorneys and advocates navigating Medicaid law, having a comprehensive and reliable reference is essential. One highly recommended resource is The Advocate’s Guide to the Medicaid Program, published by the National Health Law Program. This guide serves as an indispensable tool for understanding both federal and state Medicaid regulations and crafting legal arguments.

Why This Guide Is Valuable

A key feature of the guide is its extensive footnotes, which provide federal citations and reference relevant litigation for each provision of Medicaid law and regulations. This makes it an excellent resource for interpreting New York State Medicaid rules in the broader federal context. It is especially useful for:

• Researching federal Medicaid statutes and regulations
• Understanding case law that has shaped Medicaid policy
• Crafting legal arguments grounded in federal law

Given the complexity of Medicaid, this guide offers clarity and depth that few other resources provide.

Pricing and Access

The cost of the guide varies based on access type and organizational affiliation. Here is the pricing as of February 21, 2025:

• For-profit organizations:
  • Online-only: $400 for the first year, then $225 per year
  • Print + Online: $600 for the first year, then $225 per year
• Non-profit organizations:
  • Online-only: $275 for the first year, then $135 per year
  • Print + Online: $375 for the first year, then $135 per year

Final Thoughts

For attorneys, elder law practitioners, and Medicaid advocates, The Advocate’s Guide to the Medicaid Program is a worthwhile investment. Its in-depth legal references and case law citations provide essential guidance for navigating Medicaid’s complex regulatory landscape with confidence.

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