How do I enroll in Medicaid in Illinois?

Call us at 1-877-912-8880 (TTY: 1-866-565-8576). The call is free. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We also offer free interpreter services.

What Medicaid plans are available in Illinois?

The New Medicaid Managed Care Program: HealthChoice Illinois

How do I apply for Illinois Medicaid 2021?

How do I apply for Illinois Medicaid? To get more information on applying for Medicaid, please contact the Health Benefits Hotline at 1-800-843-6154. TTY users can call 855-889-4326.

How do I qualify for Medicaid?

To participate in Medicaid, federal law requires states to cover certain groups of individuals. Low-income families, qualified pregnant women and children, and individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are examples of mandatory eligibility groups (PDF, 177.87 KB).

How do I sign up for HFS in Illinois?

There are two ways to enroll: Online: Go to EnrollHFS.illinois.gov and click on Enroll. Phone: Call Client Enrollment Services at 1-877-912-8880 (TTY 1-866-565-8676) and we will help you enroll. The call is free.

What is uhealthchoice Illinois?

HealthChoice Illinois is the statewide Medicaid managed care program. Most Medicaid customers are required to choose a primary care provider (PCP) and health plan. We can help you understand your plan choices, find providers and enroll.

How do I enroll in Healthchoice Illinois?

There are two ways to enroll in HealthChoice Illinois: Online: Go to Enroll. By phone: Call us at 1-877-912-8880 (TTY: 1-866-565-8576). The call is free.

What is the initial enrollment process for new providers?

Initial Enrollment for New Providers (Ongoing after the Grand Opening) – New providers seeking to begin serving Medicaid clients for the first time will be required to enroll through the new IMPACT web-based provider portal. Paper enrollment applications or updates will no longer be accepted.