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Hospital Credit Balances
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL·Provider Notice
Effective date
Dec 18, 2009
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois hospitals must now implement quarterly credit balance monitoring and reporting systems to track Medicaid overpayments. Providers must identify, report, and repay credit balances using specific forms and procedures, or risk payment suspension.
Action Required
Immediately: Hospital billing teams must implement quarterly credit balance reporting (March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31) including recipient name, RIN, service dates, voucher numbers, and overpayment amounts. Submit HFS 2249 adjustment forms for credit balances or send checks to designated bureaus. Maintain records for audit review. Failure to comply may result in payment suspension.