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Temporary Dental Prior Approval Requirement Change Related to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Dentistry·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jun 15, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Due to COVID-19, all dental prior authorizations that expired before June 1, 2020 are automatically extended for 6 months without requiring additional documentation. This applies to all dental procedure codes requiring prior approval under Illinois Medicaid programs.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team should note that dental prior authorizations expiring before June 1, 2020 are automatically extended for 6 months. No additional documentation is required for these extensions. Contact the Bureau of Professional and Ancillary Services at 877-782-5565 with questions about specific authorizations.