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Provider Notice issued 05/22/09
To: Optometrists, Optical Companies, and Physicians
Date: May 22, 2009
Re: Handbook for Providers of Optometric Services Re-Issue – Availability on the Internet
The Handbook for Providers of Optometric Services, Chapter O-200, Policy and Procedures for Optometric Services, is being re-issued by the department. Providers are encouraged to review the handbook in its entirety. This handbook, in conjunction with the Handbook for Providers of Medical Services, Chapter 100, General Policy and Procedures, provides information necessary for providers to receive payment from the department for optometric services.
The re-issued Handbook for Providers of Optometric Services is available on the department's Web site at:
http://www.hfs.illinois.gov/handbooks/chapter200.html
It is in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF). In order to view or print the handbook, you will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. Adobe Acrobat Reader is available to download FREE from the Adobe homepage at:
Printed copies of the handbook are available upon written request. To ensure delivery, specify a physical street address when making a request for a paper copy. Submit your written request or fax to:
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
Provider Participation Unit
Post Office Box 19114
Springfield, Illinois 62794-9114
Fax Number 217-557-8800
E-mail address is hfs.webmaster@illinois.gov
Questions regarding this notice should be directed to the Bureau of Comprehensive Health Services at 1-877-782-5565.
Sincerely,
Theresa A. Eagleson, Administrator
Division of Medical Programs