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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. In provisions concerning coverage for medically fragile and technology dependent children, provides that subject to federal approval, on and after July 1, 2026 the reimbursement rates paid to providers of private duty nursing services for children eligible for medical assistance shall be 25% higher than the reimbursement rates in effect for nursing services on June 30, 2026. Effective July 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to increase reimbursement rates for private duty nursing services provided to medically fragile and technology dependent children who are eligible for medical assistance, a program designed to help these children receive care in their homes rather than in institutions. Specifically, subject to federal approval, providers of these essential nursing services will receive payments that are 25% higher than the rates in effect on June 30, 2026. This increase builds upon previous rate adjustments made in 2024 and 2025, aiming to ensure adequate compensation for providers caring for these vulnerable children.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services (on 02/17/2026)
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