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Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE) – Applicant’s Choice of Medical Benefit Program
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jul 29, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Starting July 29, 2021, Illinois Medicaid applications now include a new question allowing applicants to choose their preferred medical benefit program (AABD, FamilyCare/ACA Adults, or No Preference) when eligible for multiple categories. This affects eligibility determination for long-term care facility residents but does not change medical coverage or MCO options.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing teams. This is an informational notice about eligibility application changes that affect patient enrollment but do not impact billing procedures, codes, or reimbursement processes. Long-term care facilities should be aware that patients may now select their preferred benefit category during application.