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Community Mental Health Services, Service Definition and Reimbursement Guide (SDRG) Reissue
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Psychiatry·Provider Notice
Effective date
Sep 29, 2014
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services has reissued the Community Mental Health Services, Service Definition and Reimbursement Guide (SDRG), incorporating previously released materials including Public Act 097-0689 (SMART Act) requirements. Providers must review the updated handbook to ensure compliance with current payment requirements for community mental health services.
Action Required
Immediately: Community mental health providers must review the reissued SDRG handbook in its entirety to understand current payment requirements and compliance standards. Contact HFS.CMHC@illinois.gov or 217-557-1000 with questions about the updated guidance.