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Handbook for Providers of Therapy Services Re-Issue
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jan 14, 2009
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services has re-issued the complete Handbook for Providers of Therapy Services (Chapter J-200), which contains updated policies and procedures for therapy service billing and payment. Providers must review the entire handbook to ensure compliance with current requirements for receiving payment from the Illinois Medicaid program.
Action Required
Immediately: All therapy providers must download and review the complete re-issued Handbook for Providers of Therapy Services from http://www.hfs.illinois.gov/handbooks/chapter200.html. Billing team should verify current procedures align with updated handbook requirements. Contact Bureau of Comprehensive Health Services at 1-877-782-5565 with questions.