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The Role of Screening, Assessment and Support Services (SASS) Crisis Workers During Hospital Admission
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Psychiatry, Pediatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Apr 29, 2009
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
This policy clarifies the role of SASS crisis workers in helping families select appropriate hospitals for children and youth requiring mental health hospitalization, including considerations for diagnosis, treatment programs, proximity, and continuity of care. SASS providers must assist with hospital selection and coordinate admission processes.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing team. This is guidance for SASS providers on hospital selection processes for children and youth mental health admissions. Billing teams should be aware that SASS-enrolled patients may have coordination requirements during admission process.