MedicaidReimbursementMedium impact
Reimbursement Rate Reductions Effective May 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
May 1, 2015
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois Medicaid is implementing a temporary 12.6% reduction in reimbursement rates for long-term care facilities (SNFs, SLPs, SMHRFs) from May 1, 2015 through June 30, 2015. This affects fee-for-service claims only, not managed care contracts.
Action Required
If your practice provides services to long-term care facilities in Illinois: Review contracts with SNFs, SLPs, and SMHRFs to determine if the 12.6% rate reduction applies to your billing. Contact Illinois Bureau of Rate Development and Analysis at (217) 524-7396 for facility-specific rate letters. Update billing expectations for Illinois Medicaid fee-for-service claims through June 30, 2015.