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If you need help filling it out, your caseworker will help you. If you received AABD medical assistance only, a claim will be filed for the amount of medical assistance paid after your 55th birthday. For example, if you get a health insurance payment for a bill HFS has paid, you must report it to your caseworker. Hw,JMTpuV*w5Pp If you are homeless, tell your caseworker how to reach you. 7 0 obj WebIDOT consists of ten supporting offices. Box 19174Springfield, Illinois 62794-9174. Other government ID (city, county, or U.S. state issued). The hospital should fax a copy of the request or the subpoena to the Department's Bureau of Collections, Technical Recovery Section. For additional information about the various types of payment recoveries, please write to: Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family ServicesBureau of Collections - Technical Recovery SectionP.O. It should answer many of your questions about the programs and how they can help you. Fraud is a serious crime. *JAgN] R8 All overpayment inquiries shall be directed to the. HFS was formerly the Illinois Department of Public Aid. You must tell your caseworker within 10 days if there are changes in your family income (the money you receive), assets (the things you own, like money in the bank or life insurance), if someone moves in or out of your home, or if you become blind or disabled. It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. For more information on liens and claims, get the brochure called Property Liens and Estate Claims from your local DHS Family Community Resource Center, or you may download or print the brochure. If you cannot keep an appointment, be sure to tell your caseworker right away. %PDF-1.6
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Find your nearest vaccination location at, Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Policy Manual, Section 07 - Administrative Responsibilities, IL444-1900 - Child Care Overpayment Referral (pdf). Sometimes medical assistance pays a medical bill that a third party resource should have paid. Either way, the Court may order a halt to this collection, and, repayment. WebThe Illinois Department of Human Services ( IDHS) is the department [1] [2] of the Illinois state government responsible for providing a wide variety of safety net services to Illinois residents in poverty, who are facing other economic challenges, or who have any of a variety of disabilities. This notice serves as a reminder that hospitals must inform the Department of all third party requests for paid claim information and medical records for patients who receive medical coverage under the Department's Medical Programs. The report highlights trends in the high interest consumer lending marketplace in 2021. 2P t.C4PH2P,H(+*P ,Mt
-LBr4SRCJK4C\C $ For additional information about a waiver of estate recovery write to: llinois Department of Healthcare and Family ServicesBureau of Collections - Technical Recovery SectionP.O. The call is free. WebIllinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Bureau of Collections - Technical Recovery Section P.O. The call is free. Canceled at client's request and past unreported income/assets/household composition change is known/suspected and verifications have been requested by the Family Community Resource Center. You must let your caseworker know when you move so your medical card and other important information can be sent to your new address. All payments are handled by IDHS Bureau of Collections. Upload the original to the client's electronic case file in IES. Guide to the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program, Hardship Waiver Information and Statistics. A caseworker at your local DHS FCRC will ask you questions and enter your answers into a computer. DHS will accept your application as long as it has your name, address and signature. Send the original Overpayment Referral packet to: Keep a copy of the overpayment packet for the client file. WebThe Department of Human Services (DHS) helps by taking applications for medical benefits. \R*kS"JU.WKXk2t,=%iEZ3EYongfYvu9R> `KEM/(+$9|qeT_hON9Wj2R+N6;f The call is free. Box 19174 Springfield, Illinois 62794-9174 For information about Illinois Department of Human Services-Bureau of Blind Services. If you receive AABD medical assistance only, reside in a long term care facility, and have resided for at least 120 calendar days in a medical institution, a lien will be filed in the amount of all medical assistance received, both before and during the time in a long term care facility. The State of Illinois has the legal right to recover assistance received through the Aid to the Aged, Blind or Disabled (AABD) program. Payment may be made for covered medical bills if you qualify. WebIDHS: Illinois Department of Human Services. You may choose your current medical provider if they are enrolled with HFS. You can only ask to have your bill reviewed if you have been contacted by a collection agency or threatened with a lawsuit about payment of the bill. The call is free. Persons using a TTY can call 1-866-565-8577. WebDepartment of Human Services, 2021 IL App (2d) 200364 . Or you may call 1-800-435-0774 (TTY: 1-877-734-7429). Copies of the letter will be sent to: IDHS Bureau of Collections. The State of Illinois has the legal right to recover assistance received through the Aid to the Aged, Blind or Disabled (AABD) program. Liens and claims are the two legal actions used to collect the amount received by AABD clients. If you do not know where your local DHS office is or you are unable to go to the office, call: Illinois Department of Human ServicesBureau of Provider Assistance & Correspondence100 South Grand Avenue, EastSpringfield, Illinois 62762, JB Pritzker, Governor Theresa Eagleson, Director. 1-866-324-5553 TTY, 2020 Illinois Department of Human Services, Anyone, 6 months or older, is eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. If information does not apply, enter N/A. It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. If you are found guilty of this crime, you may have to pay a fine, go to prison, or both. If and when the property is sold, the lien will be paid. You must see doctors who are network providers for your third party resource. WebThe Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is one of Illinois' largest agencies, with more than 13,000 employees. WebCollection. 10 0 obj The Pre-Payment Detail Inquiry Screen and the Payment Inquiry (PF-11) screen prints for each overpayment month are mandatory. WebIllinois Department of Human Services Bureau of Customer Inquiry & Assistance Monday Friday (except state holidays) 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. If you are discharged from the long term care facility to the community and then return to a medical institution, the 120-day count starts over with the first day of re-admission. If you participate in the Spenddown Program, payment may be made for some of your medical care each month if you have medical bills that equal a certain amount. Third Party Liability means that a "third party" - not medical assistance and not you - has or may have a responsibility to pay all or part of the cost of your medical care. The CCR&R/Site provider and Bureau of Collection will receive a copy of the new letter. Sometimes these programs are called Medicaid, All Kids, FamilyCare, Moms & Babies or HFS Medical Benefits. The Bureau of Collections makes all repayment arrangements, including negotiating all installment repayment plans for canceled SNAP cases. Toll-free 1-800-843-6154 or (TTY) 1 endobj A hospital's notification can also be telephoned or mailed, as noted below: Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family ServicesBureau of Collections, Technical Recovery Section 401 S. Clinton - 5th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60607-3800Attn: Personal Injury Unit, Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family ServicesBureau of Collections, Technical Recovery Section P.O. It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. If you apply because you have a disability, you will be told within 60 days. Two state agencies work together to help Illinoisans get HFS Medical Program benefits. You will receive a notice telling you the amount of your spenddown. A caseworker at the office will answer the questions you have. If you do not get these benefits, then your age, blindness or disability will be reviewed when you apply. Persons using a teletypewriter (TTY) can call 1-800-447-6404. No action will be taken to sell your property. You may also write to DHS at the address below. WebIllinois Department of Employment Security Benefit Payment Control, Overpayment Recovery and Collections 800-245-9762 If your debt has been paid in full, or if you do Tell your medical providers that you have applied for HFS medical benefits. endstream (217) 557-1601 Visit Website Map & Directions 100 S Grand Ave ESpringfield, IL 62762 Write a Review. Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Bureau of Collections, Technical Recovery Section 401 S. Clinton - 5th Floor Chicago, Illinois Liens and claims are the two legal actions used to collect the amount received by AABD clients. If possible, you should not pay your medical bills until you learn whether you qualify for medical benefits. 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0'\8b Q2>oK-OKkZ&]+Ul;.c Q&mc[9 NowuLfj>-L~}b1g&vX(}FwN'` ` Persons using a teletypewriter (TTY) can call toll-free at 1-800-447-6404. You can get medical benefits even if you do not have an address, but you must tell your caseworker an address where you can pick up your medical card. Liens are filed on both homestead and non-homestead property. See our Spenddown Program booklet for more information about spenddown. WebState of Illinois Department of Human Services Bureau of Collections P.O. The call is free. Most people who want medical benefits, who are not U.S. citizens, must provide proof of immigration status. A claim will be filed against your estate in the following situations: If you received AABD cash and medical assistance, a claim will be filed to recover all cash assistance you received and any medical assistance paid after you reached age 55. Box 19174Springfield, Illinois 62794-9174. A third party may be another person, an insurance company, an organization or a program. 8 0 obj If you have any questions or want more information, go to your local Department of Human Services (DHS) office. Two state agencies work together to help Illinoisans get HFS Medical Program benefits. The Department of Healthcare and Family Services administers health insurance programs for children, pregnant women, and adults who are residents of Illinois. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/Subtype/Form>>stream the provider charges the subsidized parent more than they charge private pay parents.). The medical assistance programs are administered under provisions of the IllinoisPublic Aid Code; Illinois Childrens Health Insurance Program Act; Covering All Kids Health Insurance Act; and Titles XIX and XXI of the federal Social Security Act. Takes action to make corrections. You will receive a notice telling you if you qualify to enroll in the Pay-in Spenddown option. If the debtor submits written documentation to reduce the debt, BCCD will issue a new letter indicating the new balance. Be sure to read the form carefully and follow the instructions on the form. Hr Web213 State Capitol Springfield, IL 62756 800-252-8980 (toll free in Illinois) 217-785-3000 (outside Illinois) Contact Forms Yes. The agency is organized into two major divisions, HFS 2875 Medical Assistance and Third Party Liability, HFS 3120 Medicaid Payment of Medicare Cost Sharing Expenses, HFS 3191 Long Term Services & Information for Couples, HFS 3352 Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Program, HFS 3757 Medicare Savings for Qualified Beneficiaries, HFS 591 Healthcare and Family Services Medical Programs, Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Dental Program, Illinois Medical Assistance Dental Program (Spanish), HFS 2875S Asistencia Mdica y Obligacin de Terceras Partes, HFS 3120S Pagos De Medicaid Para Gastos Del Costo Compartido De Medicare, HFS 3191S Servicios de Cuidado a Largo Plazo e Informacin Para Parejas, HFS 3419BS Derecho de Retencin Contra Propiedades, HFS 3757S Ahorros de Medicare Para Los Beneficiarios Que Califican, HFS 3777S Linea de Informacin y Derechos del Residente, HFS 591SPS Medicaid con Obligacin de Pago, HFS 3838 Mental Health Crisis Services for Youth, HFS 3132S Aviso Acerca Del Costo Compartido De Medicare, HFS 3777 Resident Information and Rights Line, local Department of Human Services (DHS) office. Earned income is wages from your job or profits from your business. The goal is to make assistance more accessible to the citizens of Illinois. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/Subtype/Form>>stream The Division of Medical Programs administers and, in conjunction with the federal government, funds medical services provided to about 25 percent of the states population. Receives and analyzes "Exception Reports" from BOC. 2P t.C4PH2P,H(+*P ,MtLBr4R34C\C 4 If you have questions about a third party resource resulting from a child support order, you can call: Illinois Department Healthcare and Family Services Customer Service Call CenterToll-free1-800-447-4278 or (TTY) 1-800-526-5812. WebThe Illinois Department of Insurance can help you find missing life insurance policies and collect the money you're owed from the millions of dollars in benefits that go unclaimed every year. 6 0 obj When this happens, HFS Medical Programs has the right, by law, to collect money from this other source to cover the bill it paid for you. This is your application. The cause of each overpayment shall be classified as administrative error, client error, or provider error. Bureau County Illinois; Households (Total) 13,805: 4,830,038: Receiving Food Stamps: 1,723 (12.5%) 631,076 endobj The success of collections depends in part on the age of the overpayment. Complete all blanks. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/Subtype/Form>>stream Springfield, IL United States. The client fails to timely report a change in income, hours of employment or school, household composition or provider arrangements and the change would have resulted in a lesser benefit received. 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