In this discussion, Shannon Pawley, an attorney who focuses on estate planning and elder law, explains Medicaid estate recovery. She describes how Medicaid estate recovery works, which assets it can take, and the exemptions that apply. Shannon shares ways to protect assets from Medicaid, such as the caregiver child exemption and the need for proper documentation. The conversation highlights the importance for families to plan ahead and seek expert advice to navigate changing Medicaid policies.