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Constructive Removal: An Unsolved Due Process Violation in the Medicare Program

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Ensuring that clients actually receive the Medicare benefits to which they are entitled is critical. This article explores the viability of "constructive removal" as a new avenue to address systemic and strategic denials of Medicare benefits.

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By Joshua Hunter, Esq.

Associate Attorney, Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, Nashville, Tennessee

News & Announcements

NAELA Welcomes New Board Leadership

6/1/2026

NAELA is pleased to introduce the 2026–2027 Board of Directors, including President Marielle Hazen.

2026 NAELA International Travel Opportunity

1/4/2026

NAELA invites you to join our journey for a deep dive into elder law in Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.

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Trust and Estate Tax Returns: Forms to Filing

3 Day Program starting - July 29, 2026, 1 PM ET

Register today for this highly interactive program that gives participants real-world experience preparing trust and estate tax returns.

Program Upcoming Events

Navigating LTSS: Eligibility, Funding & Planning Updates

Webinar September 20, 1 PM ET  

This upcoming webinar will review the latest Medicaid policy changes affecting eligibility, waiver programs, HCBS, and benefit oversite. Register today.

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