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COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Update
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Family Medicine, Pediatrics, General Practice +1 more·Provider Notice
Effective date
Jul 13, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Illinois Medicaid has updated COVID-19 vaccination coverage to include new pediatric populations and Novavax for adults. Children as young as 6 months can now receive COVID-19 vaccines, and booster doses are available for children 5-11 years old with specific dosing regimens.
Action Required
Immediately: Update billing procedures to align with new COVID-19 vaccination guidelines. Verify patient eligibility for pediatric vaccines (6 months and up) and boosters (5-11 years). Reference updated HFS COVID-19 Fee Schedule for reimbursement rates. Contact Bureau of Professional and Ancillary Services at 877-782-5565 for FFS program questions or applicable HCI MCO for managed care questions.