It is one method by which liberals can eliminate inheritance among the middle class. I believe property is seized by the state rather than the feds.
Medicaid is a program for the poor, not the middle class.
In this case the man owned a home, I can’t say what it is worth, but it should be sold to pay the medical bills.
Nobody is forced to go on Medicaid.
If there is money left over it should go to the heirs.
Transfer homes, cars, savings to family members and then expect the taxpayers to pick up the tab for the rest of your life? Fageddaboutit.