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MDS 3.0, Section Q Requirements/HFS Online Referral System
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Apr 1, 2012
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois nursing facilities must now use a new online referral system for MDS 3.0 Section Q referrals when residents express interest in returning to the community. The policy eliminates the feasibility determination requirement and mandates all residents be asked annually about community discharge options.
Action Required
This policy applies only to nursing facilities in Illinois and does not directly impact medical billing teams at healthcare practices. No billing-specific actions are required as this relates to nursing facility assessment and referral processes, not billing codes or reimbursement.