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Williams Consent Decree - Front Door Diversion Program
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Psychiatry, General Practice, Internal Medicine +1 more·Provider Notice
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois providers are being notified about the Front Door Diversion Program (FDDP), which helps divert eligible Medicaid patients with mental health needs from institutional settings to community-based care. This program affects discharge planning for hospitals and long-term care facilities working with patients who have Pre-Admission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Level 2 determinations.
Action Required
Illinois hospitals and long-term care providers should: 1) Review discharge planning processes to consider FDDP as a preferred option for eligible Medicaid patients with mental health needs, 2) Contact DHS via the provided link if interested in participating in the program, 3) Coordinate with PASRR screeners to identify eligible patients who could benefit from community-based diversion services instead of facility placement.