The Department is releasing Chapter J-200: the
Handbook for Providers of Therapy Services. This is a new handbook
for all providers who receive payment from the Department for
physical, occupational or speech therapy services. The release
of this handbook obsoletes the Handbook for Physical Therapy,
Handbook for Occupational Therapy and the Handbook for Speech
and Language Services. The new handbook, in conjunction with
the Handbook for Providers of Medical Services, Chapter 100:
General Policy and Procedures, contains information necessary
for providers to receive payment from the Department for therapy
services. Providers are encouraged to review the handbook in
its entirety.
The Handbook for Provider of Therapy Services, Chapter J-200,
is available on the Department's website at <http://www.dpaillinois.com/handbooks/>.
It is in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF). In order to
view or print the documents, you will need to have Adobe Acrobat
Reader installed on your computer. Adobe Acrobat Reader is
available to download FREE from the Adobe homepage at <http://www.adobe.com>.
Printed copies are available upon written request. To ensure
delivery, specify a physical street address when making a request
for a paper copy. Submit your written request or fax to:
Illinois Department of Public Aid
Provider Participation Unit
Post Office Box 19114
Springfield, Illinois 62794-9114
Fax Number: 217-557-8800
E-mail address is PPU@mail.idpa.state.il.us
Questions regarding this notice may be directed to the Bureau
of Comprehensive Health Services at 217-782-5565.
A. George Hovanec, Administrator
Division of Medical Programs |
