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Increase in Prevention of Spousal Impoverishment Standards
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jan 1, 2009
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois increased spousal impoverishment protection standards for Medicaid long-term care, raising the Community Spouse Asset Allowance from $104,400 to $109,560 and the Community Spouse Maintenance Needs Allowance from $2,610 to $2,739. Long-term care facilities must update patient education materials to reflect these new standards.
Action Required
Long-term care facilities in Illinois must update patient education materials and oral presentations to reflect the new spousal impoverishment standards. Download and use the updated HFS 3191 brochure from the Illinois HFS website for patient information about nursing home services and spousal protection benefits.