Meridian of Illinois

“Just like I wouldn’t miss a game, I won’t miss my yearly physical,” says Mike Singletary, Chicago Bears Hall of Fame linebacker, in our Fast Facts for Better Health video on men’s health. Listen to Singletary discuss the importance of having a “game plan” for preventive care and learn more about important health screenings. https://bit.ly/4h0JACk

As 2024 draws to a close, we extend our gratitude to the nearly 70,000 compassionate professionals in our provider network and celebrate your commitment to service. You give our friends, families, and neighbors the greatest gift of all: an opportunity to live healthier. Thank you and best wishes for the holiday season.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the leading cause of hospitalization in infants. And it can be dangerous for older adults and others with weakened immune systems. As RSV infection numbers creep up this season, providers may find it helpful to review our refresher on vaccine options and billing guidance: https://bit.ly/49KIY1m

Our very own Marc Fagan, Psy.D., Plan President of our YouthCare HealthChoice Illinois plan and Lyndsey Garbi, M.D., Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Blueberry Pediatrics were featured on WGN-TV with Jewell Hillery. Watch here to learn more about our partnership to serve our YouthCare members: https://bit.ly/3VHWgWL

November 30 was the first revalidation deadline. Unsure of your practices’ revalidation status? Act now by logging into the HFS Impact system to confirm your contact email and assigned revalidation period. Failure to revalidate will disenroll providers from Medicaid without the ability to receive payments. https://bit.ly/4gzj6I7

Today, Meridian hosted a brunch and learn at the Chicago Urban League to present our small business loan program partnership with Liberty Bank & Trust Co to stakeholders. This initiative reflects our commitment to supporting underserved communities. Liberty’s Lightning Loan program, backed by Meridian, will empower local Illinois businesses and drive economic growth and prosperity of communities statewide. Learn more about this initiative: https://bit.ly/4g5HwJq

We’re happy to continue our annual Thanksgiving tradition of serving our communities. Along with several partner organizations, Meridian is giving away turkeys and hams throughout Illinois in hopes of helping families put together a memorable holiday meal. See the news coverage from WSIL-TV (https://bit.ly/4fGfa89) and KFVS-TV (https://bit.ly/4956Axs).

Illinois Medicaid providers—revalidation is underway. Revalidation must be timely or providers risk removal from Medicaid without the ability to bill for services. Because revalidation notices are only sent via email, you should log into impact.illinois.gov to ensure ALL email addresses listed under the “Basic Information” page are accurate for your organization. Know when to expect your notice: Look for your “Revalidation Period” on the “Basic Information” page in IMPACT. Don’t attempt to revalidate until you receive your email notice. Organizations with multiple service locations and/or NPI numbers must revalidate each service location and/or NPI number separately. Never ignore a revalidation notice from HFS, even if you think you have already completed the process. Get full details in our provider notice: https://bit.ly/3ZbEk7U

Meridian and Liberty Bank & Trust Co share a commitment to community development and economic empowerment. Our grant to Liberty’s Lightning Loan Program of $500,000 in seed funding aims to support $2.5 million in lending power to minority owned or led small businesses based in Illinois. Read our announcement: https://bit.ly/491GgUO

We know at times it can be a challenge for our members in rural areas to access healthcare. Meridian is partnering with providers who offer telehealth to help bridge this gap. Read our recent announcement about one of these providers: https://bit.ly/4fAeLnR #NationalRuralHealthDay