DeKalb County Health Department can help with free healthcare assistance enrolling in Marketplace Insurance, Medicaid, and All Kids Insurance.
DeKalb County Health Department Navigators may be able to offer free assistance if you qualify for one of these programs. The Healthcare Enrollment Assistance Program-Navigators are supported by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CM) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $158,005.00 annually with 100% funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the organization and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
How do I set up an appointment?
Phone: 815-748-2498
Email: enrollhealth@dekalbcounty.org
DHS Office for Medicaid Application Assistance:
Phone: (815) 895-8667
TTY: (866) 322-8423
Healthcare Enrollment Assistance:
Phone: (844) 599-3700
Group Extension: 2102
Medicaid Assistance
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Phone: (815) 748-2498
You can also visit ABE.Illinois.gov or call the IDHS ‘Help is Here’ toll-free line at 1-833-2-FIND-HELP (1-833-234-6343)
What do I need for an appointment?
In order to provide you with the best service possible, bring the following documents to your appointment:
- Current proof of address
- Current proof of income (pay stubs, unemployment paperwork, W-2 forms, etc.)
- Photo I.D.
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- Proof of Citizenship
- Any other documents requested during time of appointment.
Open Enrollment Key Dates to Remember
October 15-31
If you previously have had Marketplace Insurance, look for your renewal notice and verification documents in the mail.
November-January 15
Open enrollment will be open for coverage.
Marketplace Insurance
Marketplace offers standardized health insurance plans to individuals, families and small businesses. Eligibility requirements apply.
Medicaid
Medicaid is a state funded program for those that are under 65 years of age. Eligibility requirements apply.
All Kids Insurance
All Kids is an Illinois program for children who need comprehensive, affordable health insurance, regardless of immigration status or health condition. Eligibility requirements apply.
Report Fraud/OIG Hotline
To report suspected cases of fraud, waste, or abuse in Federal HHS programs, use our online OIG Hotline form. You may also call, mail, or fax us using the information below.
Online: https://oig.hhs.gov/fraud/report-fraud/index.asp
Phone: 1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477)
Fax: (800) 223-8164
TTY: 1-800-377-4950
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Office of Inspector General
ATTN: OIG HOTLINE OPERATIONS
P.O. Box 23489
Washington, DC 20026