MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
Implementing Healthcare Reform in Illinois: Information for Medicaid Medical Providers Transitioning to an Online Application Called Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE)
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL·Provider Notice
Effective date
Oct 1, 2013
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois is transitioning to a new online Medicaid application system called Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE) starting October 2013, replacing all existing online applications. Medical providers will need to use ABE for new Medicaid applications and can become Certified Application Counselors to help patients enroll.
Action Required
By October 2013: Illinois medical providers should transition to using the new ABE online application system for all new Medicaid applications. Continue using MEDI and REV systems to verify existing coverage before starting new applications. Attend HFS training sessions in early October. Consider becoming a Certified Application Counselor (CAC) to help patients with enrollment.