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Handbook for Hospice Agencies Reissue – Availability on the Internet
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Palliative Care·Provider Notice
Effective date
Oct 31, 2008
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services has reissued the Handbook for Hospice Agencies (Chapter K-200) and made it available online. This handbook provides updated policy and procedures necessary for hospice providers to receive payment from the Illinois Medicaid program.
Action Required
Hospice providers should review the updated Handbook for Hospice Agencies (Chapter K-200) available at the Illinois HFS website. Download the PDF or request a printed copy by submitting a written request to the Provider Participation Unit. Contact the Bureau of Comprehensive Health Services at 1-877-782-5565 with questions.