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Handbook for Providers of Transportation Services Update
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL·Provider Notice
Effective date
Oct 18, 2002
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
The Illinois Department of Public Aid updated the Handbook for Providers of Transportation Services, extending prior approval validity from 60 days to up to 6 months for ongoing medical trips and clarifying reimbursement policies for hospital inpatient transportation to other facilities. The changes also update procedure code references and exempt certain services from prior approval.
Action Required
No action required for medical billing teams. This policy specifically applies to transportation service providers under Illinois Medicaid, not healthcare practices providing medical services.