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Extension of the Provisional Licensure Period for Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities (SMHRFs)
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Psychiatry, Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Aug 5, 2016
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois has extended the provisional licensure period for Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities (SMHRFs) from an unspecified timeframe to three years, effective August 5, 2016. This applies only to nursing facilities eligible for SMHRF licensure in Illinois.
Action Required
No immediate action required for most billing teams. This is an informational notice about facility licensing requirements that only affects nursing facilities in Illinois seeking SMHRF licensure. If your practice operates or bills for services at facilities pursuing SMHRF licensure, verify their licensing status and ensure proper credentialing.