MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
Illinois Health Connect Referral System Update
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jan 2, 2008
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois Health Connect referral system implementation has been delayed and remains under review. Claims will continue to be processed without referrals until the system is fully implemented, with at least 3 months advance notice to be provided before implementation.
Action Required
No immediate action required. Continue processing Illinois Health Connect claims without referrals. Monitor for future notifications about referral system implementation, which will come with at least 3 months advance notice. Contact Illinois Health Connect Provider Help Desk at 1-877-912-1999 with questions.