MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
First Round Distribution of Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Funds Appropriated by the Illinois General Assembly
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL·Provider Notice
Effective date
Sep 15, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois is distributing CARES Act funding to Medicaid providers through a new portal system managed by Ernst & Young. Many providers will receive automatic first-round payments, while others must apply through the portal, and all recipients must execute subaward agreements to use the funds.
Action Required
Immediately: Illinois Medicaid providers should monitor https://www.illinois.gov/hfs/Pages/coronavirus.aspx for portal launch details and prepare to complete subaward agreements upon receiving CARES payment notifications. Contact HFS.CARES@illinois.gov with questions about eligibility or portal access. Execute required subaward agreements to utilize CARES payments, or return funds immediately if unable to comply.