KIDCARE-MEDICAID-MANAGED CARE

Amends the Children's Health Insurance Program Act and the Illinois Public Aid Code. Under the Children's Health Insurance Program, (i) provides for eligibility for children whose household income is at or below 300% (instead of 200%) of the federal poverty level and (ii) increases the income threshold in connection with eligibility under an approved waiver. Provides that on and after July 1, 2008, the Department of Healthcare and Family services shall implement a capitated managed care system for selected populations of persons under the Children's Health Insurance Program and the Medicaid program. Provides that under such a system, the State shall pay a fixed amount per individual per month to a third-party entity to manage the program of health care benefits and assume the risk associated with the payment of medical bills without regard to actual medical claims incurred. Provides that the Department shall implement the system in a manner that maximizes all available State and federal funds. Sets forth categories of Medicaid recipients who may withdraw from the managed care program and who may voluntarily opt to participate in the program, and provides that certain recipients are not eligible to participate in the managed care program. Provides for Medicaid eligibility for persons whose income is between zero and 100% of the federal poverty level. Provides that under the Medicaid program, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services shall provide health benefits coverage to eligible individuals by: (1) subsidizing the cost of privately sponsored health insurance, including employer-based health insurance, to assist individuals in taking advantage of available privately sponsored health insurance; and (2) purchasing or providing health care benefits for eligible individuals. Makes other changes.