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- A definition of Medicaid in Illinois
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Medicaid in Illinois refers to the state's medical assistance programs that provide help to people and families who cannot afford private medical care on their own. It is usually not called "Medicaid" by Illinois state agencies, but instead the general term "Medical Assistance Programs", or by one of the specific programs, such as FamilyCare or All Kids.
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Almost all the programs are managed by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services.
Be careful not to confuse Medicaid with Medicare. Medicaid, as we have said here, is a state program that provides assistance to a wide range of people. Medicare is a federal program, with little difference from state to state. It is limited generally to seniors over age 65.
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Medicaid in Illinois: How It Works; Basic Information about Illinois Medicaid
- web page:
Senior Citizens Handbook - Medicaid
source:Legal Self-Help Center Directory
languages: English
(published update: August 2009) A thorough presentation of all the basic facts about Illinois Medicaid. Topics include how it works, eligibility, the spend-down process, how to apply, and what is covered. This is the best one-page resource we have located.
- web page:
HFS 591 Healthcare and Family Services Medical Programs
source:Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
languages: English, Spanish
(no publishing date available) The DHFS calls this a booklet, but it is actually a single webpage, which is described as "Medicaid" in a list of department brochures. The information covered includes how to apply for benefits, a breif explanation of income and asset limits, citizenship requirements, and what medical services are covered.- also from Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services:
web page:
Medical Programs Listings
languages: English
(no publishing date available) A one-page listing of the various medical assistance programs available in Illinois. Each one includes a breif description of the program, along with links to the web sites for the specific program.
- also from Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services:
- web page:
MEDICAID | Illinois
source:healthinsuranceinfo.net - Georgetown University's Health Policy Institute
languages: English
(last updated: June 2009) A good single page overview of the basic of the Illinois Medicaid programs. Low-income requirements are explained.
- web page:
Key Medicaid Information for Illinois for 2010
source:Elder Law Answers
languages: English
(published update: 1/13/2011) Explains important basics about Illinois Medicaid, mostly as it applies to seniors, nursing home residents, and elder law. Topics include protections for the community spouse, transfers, income, and estate recovery
- web page:
Illinois Medicaid
source:GovBenefits.gov - Your Benefits Connection
languages: English
(no publishing date available) A very short and brief introduction to Illinois Medicaid.
Illinois Medicaid Eligibility, How to get Medicaid in Illinois
- web page:
When Do Young Adults (Age 18 and Older) Qualify for Medicaid?
source: Illinois Legal Aid Online
languages: English, Spanish
from the web page:
"Young adults in Illinois may qualify for Medicaid. Medicaid, which is run by the Illinois Departments of Human Services and Public Aid, provides payment for certain medical services and equipment...
" - web page:
Illinois FamilyCare Monthly Income Standards
source:(Illinois) FamilyCare
languages: English
from the web page:
"Find the size of your family in the first column. Be sure to count yourself. Read across the row to see where your monthly gross income falls. That will tell you which FamilyCare plan you may be able to get...
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Medicaid Eligibility
source:Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
languages: English
(updated 12/14/2005)
This is an overview of the basic Medicaid eligibility requirements set by the federal government. It is general in scope. Each state might have additional eligibility requirements. - web page:
HBWD Eligibility
source:(Illinois) Health Benefits for Workers With Disabilities
languages: English (No update data available)
Eligibility details for workers with disabilities who are not eligible for the regular medicaid programs. Includes resident, age, income and other qualifications. - web page:
2011 HHS Poverty Guidelines
source: Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
languages: English
from the web page:
"...The poverty thresholds are the original version of the federal poverty measure... The poverty guidelines are the other version of the federal poverty measure.
Applying for Illinois Medicaid
- web page:
How to Apply for Medicaid
source:Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
languages: English
from the web page:"To apply for medical assistance, visit the nearest Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) office. Staff will help you submit an application. You can also apply online for SNAP (food stamps), Medical and Cash Benefits through Illinois Web Benefits..."
- web page:
the All Kids and FamilyCare Online Application System
source:(Illinois) FamilyCare
languages: English
from the web page:
"Illinois families can apply for health insurance online. It may take 20-45 minutes to complete this application. The bigger your family is, the more time it takes...
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Medicaid Legal Statutes
- web page:
United States Code: Title 42,1396. Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission
source:Cornell University Legal Information Institute
(published version: Feb. 2010) If you are interested in the actual law behind Medicaid, this is the Federal U.S. statute. Note that some points of the law may have changed since this published version.
- web page:
PUBLIC AID (305 ILCS 5/) Illinois Public Aid Code
source:Illinois General Assembly
(no publishing date available) The Illinois Medicaid law.
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