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Supportive Living Handbook (SLF) Update - Temporary Absence
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Aug 1, 2004
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois Department of Human Services will now reimburse Supportive Living Facilities for holding apartments up to 30 days per fiscal year during temporary resident absences like hospitalizations or family visits. Residents must be discharged if entering nursing facilities, even temporarily.
Action Required
No immediate action required for medical billing teams. This policy affects Supportive Living Facilities' reimbursement for holding apartments during resident absences, not medical billing procedures or codes.