Summary:
Current Status of Medicaid Expansion in State:
State has decided to Expand Medicaid
Decision Process:
Regular legislative process
Background:
· Currently:
21% of Illinois residents are enrolled in Medicaid and 57% have managed care. The state's Medicaid can cover up to 200% of FPL depending on the specific program. The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services runs the state's Medicaid program.
· Expansion:
The expansion would be a 26% increase over current enrollment.
· Process:
The state has submitted a formal letter saying they planned to implement the ACA reforms and supported the federal government in this process.
State Activity:
· Governor Quinn expressed approval of the Supreme Court's decision upholding the ACA and support for President Obama.
· Illinois offers extensive information to the public through the Governor's Health Care Reform Implementation Council website. There have been public comment periods, publicized meeting minutes, and information on how the implementation would look in Illinois.
· The state is still studying EHB options and has sought input from stakeholders and the public.
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