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diannepinnell
Asked August 2016
My husband has Parkinson and a shrinking brain. We have Medicare. Should we asked to be on medicate?
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jeannegibbs
Aug 2016
There are several medications that help with Parkinson's. If that is what you are asking, I urge you discuss the options with his doctor.
If you can't afford the very expensive care he needs, then, yes, look into whether you would qualify for Medicaid.
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Medicaid? Medication?
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If you can't afford the very expensive care he needs, then, yes, look into whether you would qualify for Medicaid.
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