HB4494

PUBLIC AID-TECH

Introduced·1/20/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB4494 amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to clarify payment rules for Medicaid obligations incurred before a recipient's death.

Illinois HB4494 amends the Illinois Public Aid Code by changing Section 5-6 to clarify that obligations incurred but not paid for at the time of a recipient's death for Medicaid services, including care in nursing homes or specialized mental health facilities, may be paid after the recipient's death. This change ensures that the Illinois Department can manage and process these payments according to established rules and regulations.

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Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 20

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Lindsey LaPointe

Jan 20

House

First Reading

Jan 20

House

Referred to Rules Committee