DPH-MOBILE ASTHMA PILOT PROGRM

Amends the Department of Public Health Powers and Duties Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Establishes the Asthma Mobile Pilot Program, and provides that, subject to appropriations, the Department of Public Health shall issue a grant for the program. Provides that the 5-year pilot program shall include: initial respiratory health screenings; diagnosis and followup medical care from pediatricians specializing in asthma management; bilingual, individualized family education sessions; in-home asthma trigger assessments; Covering All Kids Insurance Program application assistance; and extensive primary care physician outreach and education. Requires the grant recipient to collect certain data. Requires the Department to submit an annual report to the General Assembly. Effective July 1, 2009.