Medicaid

How to Get Credentialed with Illinois Medicaid in Illinois

Network: Open
30-90 Days

Quick Overview

Timeline

30 - 90 days

CAQH

Not Required

Re-credentialing

Every 5 year(s)

Delegated

No

Illinois-Specific Requirements

Illinois Medicaid (HealthChoice Illinois) enrollment steps: (1) Obtain NPI via NPPES. (2) Register through the HFS (Healthcare and Family Services) IMPACT provider enrollment system. (3) Submit application with IL state license, proof of malpractice insurance, and required documentation. (4) Background check through the Illinois State Police (ISP) is required for all providers. Illinois operates mandatory managed care through HealthChoice Illinois with multiple MCOs across the state. Behavioral health providers accepted include LPC, LCSW, LMFT, and Licensed Psychologist with active Illinois licensure. Revalidation is required every 5 years.

Medicaid Information — Illinois

Agency: Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services

Program: Illinois Medicaid

Portal: https://www.illinois.gov/hfs/MedicalProviders

Phone: 1-877-782-5565

Step-by-Step Enrollment Process

1

Gather Required Documents

Collect all necessary credentials including your medical license, DEA certificate, malpractice insurance, NPI number, and any state-specific requirements for Illinois.

2

Prepare Your Application

Complete Illinois Medicaid's provider enrollment application with all required information and supporting documentation.

3

Submit Your Application

Submit your completed enrollment package to Illinois Medicaid.

4

Track & Follow Up

Credentialing typically takes 30-90 days. Monitor your application status and respond promptly to requests for additional information.

Required Documents Checklist

Background Check

Federal/state background check required for Medicaid enrollment

CV/Resume

Work history required

Malpractice Insurance

Conditional

Required in most states; some state programs waive for government employees

Medical License

NPI Certificate

Enrollment Forms

Illinois Medicaid Provider Enrollment (IMPACT)

Required
Online Open →

Contact Information

Provider Enrollment

National

1-877-782-5565

General Provider Inquiries

National

1-877-782-5565

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