Key Changes in MA-LTC Policies to Expect in 2026
- patrickking832
- Dec 16, 2025
- 1 min read
The Minnesota Department of Human Services recently announced updated standards for several figures that are used to determine financial eligibility or people receiving Medical Assistance for Long-Term Care Services (MA-LTC). The updated standards go into effect on January 1, 2026.
The Community Spouse Asset Allowance (CSAA) increases from $157,920 to $162,660.
The Maximum Monthly Income Allowance increases from $3,948 to $4,066.50.
The Personal Needs Allowance increases from $128 to $132.
The Remedial Care Expense amount increases from $263 to $267.
The Special Income Standard (SIS) increases from $1,295 to $1,320.
The Home Equity Limit increases from $730,000 to $752,000.
Appendix F of the Eligibility Policy Manual has these updated amounts posted:
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