Illinois Statutes Chapter 305. Public Aid § 5/5-5.14.5. Treatment; substance use disorder and mental health

§ 5-5.14.5. Treatment; substance use disorder and mental health. The Department shall consult with stakeholders and General Assembly members for input on a plan to develop enhanced Medicaid rates for substance use disorder treatment and mental health treatment in underserved communities. The Department shall present the plan to General Assembly members within 3 months of the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 101st General Assembly, which will specifically address ensuring access to treatment in provider deserts. Within 4 months of the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 101st General Assembly, the Department shall submit a State plan amendment to create medical assistance enhanced rates to enhance access to those to community mental health services and substance abuse services for underserved communities. Subject to federal approval, the Department shall create medical assistance enhanced rates for community mental health services and substance abuse providers for underserved communities to enhance access to those communities.