MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
HIPAA Transactions Available via the Internet
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jul 1, 2004
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois Department of Public Aid is launching Internet Electronic Claims (IEC) system in July 2004, allowing providers to submit HIPAA-compliant X-12 transactions via the MEDI System online. This replaces or supplements existing paper/manual claim submission methods for Illinois Medicaid providers.
Action Required
By July 2004: Illinois Medicaid providers should register for the MEDI System at myhfs.illinois.gov to access Internet Electronic Claims submission. Complete provider registration, obtain Illinois Digital Identification certificate, and complete available training viewlets. This will enable secure online submission of HIPAA-compliant claims and eligibility inquiries.