Children's State/Local Health Insurance Programs | Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
201 South Grand Avenue, East, Springfield, IL 62763
Eligibility
Children living in Illinois; Income limits for child/children's family may apply
Required documents
Birth certificate or Government-issued Photo ID
Proof of residency
Proof of income
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
866-214-8325
Voice·
Health Benefits Hotline TTY
844-528-8444
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Bureau of Long Term Care
800-447-4278
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Division of Child Support Services
877-204-1012
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Illinois Medicaid TTY
800-843-6154
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DHS Helpline
800-526-5812
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Division of Child Support Services TTY
877-805-5312
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Illinois Medicaid Hotline
800-226-0768
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Health Benefits Hotline
Languages
Spanish, English
Application process
Apply online, over the phone or walk in to local office.
Fees
No fees, Sliding Scale
Service area
IL
Administrative entity providing healthcare coverage for adults and children who qualify for Medicaid, and Child Support Services to help ensure that Illinois children receive financial support from both parents.
Date of Last Formal Update
11/10/2025
Data provided by
211 DuPage County
Providing organization
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
Administrative entity providing healthcare coverage for adults and children who qualify for Medicaid, and Child Support Services to help ensure that Illinois children receive financial support from both parents.
