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Increase in Prevention of Spousal Impoverishment Standards
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jan 1, 2008
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois increased spousal impoverishment protection standards for Medicaid long-term care effective January 1, 2008. The Community Spouse Asset Allowance increased from $101,640 to $104,400, and the Community Spouse Maintenance Needs Allowance increased from $2,541 to $2,610 monthly.
Action Required
No immediate action required for billing team - this is an outdated 2007 policy notice about Medicaid spousal impoverishment standards that became effective in 2008. Current standards would be significantly different. If treating Medicaid long-term care patients with spouses, verify current Illinois spousal impoverishment standards through updated resources.