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Adaptive Behavior Support (ABS) Service Rate Update Effective January 15, 2022
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Psychiatry, Pediatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jan 15, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Adaptive Behavior Support (ABS) service reimbursement rates for Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) services increased to $13.00 per ¼ hour unit effective January 15, 2022. This rate increase applies to both Medicaid fee-for-service and HealthChoice Illinois managed care plans.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must update system to reflect new RBT service rate of $13.00 per ¼ hour unit for all Adaptive Behavior Support services. Verify updated ABS Fee Schedule on Department's Medicaid Reimbursements webpage. Contact billing consultant at 877-782-5565 with questions.