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  • Medicaid Provider Alert: Provider revalidation has begun and those not completing the process risk disenrollment.  Check your account now to learn when your revalidation is due. More information here.
  • Due to a power outage, the State Disbursement Unit (SDU) is currently experiencing a temporary disruption in services, including payment processing and call center support.  We apologize for the inconvenience and are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Updates will be posted here as soon as they become available.  Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Elizabeth M. Whitehorn, Director

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Our Info Center is designed to answer many of the questions that you may have about HFS. You may also wish to explore https://data.illinois.gov/.

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
401 S. Clinton
Chicago, IL 60607 
For News Media Inquiries: Melissa.Kula@illinois.gov.

To receive news about HFS: Visit the Illinois News Update page, click "I'm interested in news regarding" and tag HFS. You may also wish to tag all news about healthcare.

Please note: HFS oversees Illinois medical assistance programs (Medicaid) and Child Support Services. Media contacts for other state agencies and services can be found here