Illinois Announces Medicaid Coverage For Home Visiting Services For Pregnant & Parenting Individuals

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) launched coverage for home visiting services for pregnant and parenting Medicaid beneficiaries, effective November 21, 2025. By bringing comprehensive care directly into the homes of expectant and new parents, the program aims to guarantee access to prompt, dignified, and high-quality care designed to eliminate disparities in maternal health coverage.

Under the expanded program, expectant mothers enrolled in Medicaid can access prenatal home visits that encompass a wide range of supportive services. These include educational resources about health and wellness, regular blood pressure checks, mental health assessments, education and screening related . . .