Changes to Medicaid are coming
Stay connected to understand how changes may affect you and keep your Iowa or Illinois Medicaid coverage.
Don’t lose your health coverage. Follow these steps:
Make sure your state’s Medicaid agency has your current contact information. They will tell you if you have to do something new to keep your coverage.
Check your mail for an important status letter from the state. It will include your next steps and any forms you need to fill out. Complete and return any forms you receive right away (if you get one).Don’t delay. Be sure your contact information is current.
- Iowa - Call state at 800-338-8366
- Illinois - 800-843-6154
If you lose or are denied Medicaid or CHIP coverage, you can apply for affordable coverage at Health Insurance Marketplace - Healthcare.gov or at hfs.illinois.gov (if you live in Illinois).
Key Resources:
Iowa
- Iowa's Medicaid phone number: 800-338-8366
- MercyOne financial assistance: Find local services
Illinois
- Illinois’ Medicaid phone number: 800-843-6154
- MercyOne financial assistance: Find local services
