Illinois does not have a foster-specific application.

Because you should have been automatically enrolled when you aged out of care, you should not need to apply! If, for some reason you were not automatically enrolled, you will need to fill out the general Medicaid application. For more information, visit the “How can I apply?” section!

Illinois does not have auto-coverage renewal.

This means that, to keep your coverage until age 26, you will need to verify your information annually. Each year, the state Medicaid will contact you asking you to complete the renewal process. If you do not complete this process, your coverage will lapse. 

Be sure to be on the lookout for these renewal notices. Keep your contact information and mailing address up-to-date with the state Medicaid office, so that you do not miss this information! 

Illinois is in the process of instituting auto-coverage renewal. Once this is in place, you will no longer need to complete a renewal application each year. Keep your eye out for changes to this process!

Illinois has auto-enrollment.

Illinois does not provide coverage to relocators.

• Your employer
• Your school 
• Medicaid if you are eligible based on another category. This includes if you are pregnant or a parent or if you qualify based on your income. Check your state’s website for more information. 
• Free or low-cost insurance from your state's Affordable Care Act marketplace.