A provision that Medicaid recipients continue to have coverage.
Assistance for people to have the right information they need in maintenance to their insurance coverage
Members should update their contact information with the Illinois Department of Human Services at abe.illinois.gov or by calling 1-800-843-6154. Members can also find their renewal date a few months in advance through their online account. They should watch their mail for their renewal paperwork and return it by the due date.
Federal estimates suggest that up to 15 million people could drop out of Medicaid once coverage ends. We need to make sure people have the information they need to maintain their insurance coverage. Hospitalizations and deaths are declining.
Medicaid members to renew their coverage after three years
We need to make sure people have the information they need to maintain their insurance coverage. A recent analysis has found that those who recently moved, have disabilities are most at risk. In keeping with our historic mission. The Cook County Health Department will continue to provide care to all people regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status. We use a variety of strategies to educate patients and communities to help those who qualify for Medicaid continue to have coverage.
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