Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council

07/22/2026

06/04/2026

Congratulations to UnitedHealthcare on this exciting announcement!

UnitedHealthcare continues to demonstrate its commitment to improving the healthcare experience for patients and families. The company recently announced it will eliminate nearly two-thirds of prior authorization requirements for pediatric care, helping streamline access to care for children.

We are proud to have UnitedHealthcare as part of the ILHIC membership and applaud their efforts to pursue innovative solutions that improve healthcare access.

We are a health care and well-being company made up of a diverse team around the world dedicated to making health care work better through two distinct and complementary businesses: Optum and UnitedHealthcare.

05/14/2026

Have you recently enrolled in health insurance through the Marketplace and are not quite sure what happens next?

In our newest episode of The Council Covers It, host Kate Morthland is joined by Morgan Winters, Director of Get Covered Illinois, for a practical conversation about how consumers can confidently use their new health coverage.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Understanding common insurance terms
• How to check what your plan covers
• Finding in-network providers
• What to do if you receive an unexpected bill

Whether you are brand new to health insurance or just looking for a refresher, this episode is full of helpful tips and real-world guidance designed to make insurance easier to understand.

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Health insurance can sometimes feel like assembling IKEA furniture with no instructions and three leftover screws. In this episode of The Council Covers It, host Kate Morthland sits down with Morgan Winters, Director of Get Covered Illinois, to he...

05/08/2026

We are proud to have UnitedHealthcare as a member and appreciate their announcement to reduce prior authorization requirements by 30% by the end of 2026. Efforts like these help reduce administrative burden, improve the patient and provider experience, and support more efficient access to care for consumers across the healthcare system.

We are honored to work alongside our members committed to improving healthcare access and delivery in Illinois and across the country!

UnitedHealthcare is continuing our focus on reducing administrative complexity, improving the care experience and helping people access care more easily.

04/29/2026

This quarter, we’re proud to highlight Molina Healthcare and The MolinaCares Accord for their community investment supporting maternal health in Illinois.

Through a $55,000 grant to the Springfield Urban League’s EmpowerHER program, this initiative is doing what works: meeting mothers where they are. From doula care to breastfeeding support, education, and community-based resources, these efforts are helping women navigate pregnancy and postpartum with confidence and care.

Why it matters: maternal health disparities in Illinois remain significant. Programs like EmpowerHER are designed to close those gaps by combining access, education, and trusted community support.

This is what it looks like to strengthen families and build healthier communities.

At ILHIC, this is what we mean when we say Amplify the Good!

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‍ ‍ At the Illinois Life and Health Insurance Council, Amplify the Good is more than a phrase. It is a Council honor that shines a light on the meaningful, often unseen ways our member companies invest in the health and strength of communities across Illinois. This quarter, we are proud to high

04/23/2026

We are proud to recognize Molina Healthcare as a valued ILHIC member and to highlight the impact they are making in Illinois.

Through The MolinaCares Accord, Molina recently awarded a $55,000 grant to the Springfield Urban League to support the EmpowerHER: Uplift Black Mothers Program. This initiative expands access to doula services, breastfeeding support, community baby showers, and prenatal education.
Efforts like this help ensure mothers are supported, informed, and empowered at every stage, from pregnancy through postpartum.

We are honored to amplify Molina’s work and look forward to continuing to spotlight the impact our members are making across the state.

https://molinacares.com/the-molinacares-accord-presents-55000-to-springfield-urban-league-to-address-gaps-in-maternal-health/?

CHICAGO, Feb. 11, 2026 — The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), in collaboration with Molina Healthcare of Illinois (“Molina”), presented a $55,000 grant to support the Springfield Urban League’s EmpowerHER: Uplift Black […]