MedicaidAdministrativeLow impact
Home and Community-Based Service Alternatives for Patients Needing Long Term Care
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jul 21, 2003
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois Department of Public Aid has issued a provider notice about Home and Community-Based Service (HCBS) waiver programs that can serve as alternatives to institutional long-term care for seven distinct populations including elderly, disabled, and medically fragile patients. Physicians and discharge planners are encouraged to consider these community-based services when planning long-term care for eligible patients.
Action Required
Immediately: Discharge planners and physicians should review HCBS waiver program options at http://www.dpaillinois.com/hcbswaivers/ when developing long-term care plans for patients who may qualify for community-based alternatives to institutional care. Contact Bureau of Interagency Coordination at 217-557-1868 for questions about program eligibility.