PM 20-18-02-a.

  1. (Provider) Requests prior approval by writing to:

    Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
    Drug Prior Approval Unit
    P.O. Box 19117
    Springfield, IL 62794-9117

  2. (Provider) Calls 1-800-252-8942 for emergency prior approval.
  3. (Provider) Follows-up phone requests in writing.
  4. (Provider) Includes in request:
    • client's name,
    • client's address,
    • case ID number,
    • client ID number,
    • diagnosis, and
    • drug requested.