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HealthChoice Illinois – Special Needs Children Implementation Delay from November 1, 2019 to February 1, 2020
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Pediatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Feb 1, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
HealthChoice Illinois has delayed the managed care enrollment for Special Needs Children from November 1, 2019 to February 1, 2020. This affects children eligible for SSI, receiving DSCC care coordination, qualifying as disabled, or under DCFS custody/guardianship.
Action Required
Before February 1, 2020: Billing team must continue contract discussions with HealthChoice Illinois managed care plans for Special Needs Children populations. Providers not enrolled in HFS Medical Programs must complete IMPACT enrollment before pursuing managed care contracts. Contact Bureau of Managed Care at 217-524-7478 for questions.