Illinois State Guidelines

Illinois PrEP Guidelines

Comprehensive, state-specific guidelines for Illinois healthcare providers prescribing PrEP. Includes regulatory requirements, clinical protocols, patient resources, and support tools tailored for Illinois practice.

Prescribing Guidelines
Patient Resources
State Regulations
Support Tools

IDPH Approved

Guidelines aligned with Illinois Department of Public Health standards

Bilingual Resources

Materials available in English and Spanish

Regularly Updated

Current with latest Illinois regulations and best practices

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Patient Resources

Comprehensive patient education materials, support services, and navigation tools specifically for Illinois patients and providers.

Downloadable Patient Materials

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IDPH Patient Flyers

Illinois Department of Public Health

PrEP Basics - English
PrEP Básico - Español
Side Effects Guide - English
Guía de Efectos - Español
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CDC Patient Resources

Centers for Disease Control

PrEP Fact Sheet - English
Clinical Guidelines - English
Hoja Informativa - Español
FAQ Sheet - Español

PrEP4Illinois Patient Portal

Direct access to the Illinois PrEP patient portal for appointment scheduling, prescription refills, and educational resources.

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Illinois HIV/STI Hotline

24/7 confidential support, testing information, and referrals for Illinois residents seeking HIV/STI services.

1-800-AID-AIDS
1-800-243-2437
Available in English & Spanish
Call Now

Find PrEP Near You

Locate PrEP providers in Illinois using official state and national locator tools.

IDPH PrEP Locator

Illinois Department of Public Health

Official Illinois state locator for PrEP providers, including community health centers, clinics, and participating healthcare facilities across the state.

Illinois-specific provider network
Insurance acceptance information
Contact information and hours
Access IDPH Locator

CDC PrEP Locator

National Provider Directory

National CDC tool for finding PrEP providers throughout the United States, with comprehensive search filters and detailed provider information.

Nationwide provider database
Advanced search filters
Distance and specialty options
Access CDC Locator

Insurance Navigation Assistance

Resources to help Illinois patients navigate insurance coverage for PrEP, including enrollment assistance and coverage verification.

Illinois Get Covered

State marketplace enrollment assistance and insurance navigation services.

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PrEP Assistance Programs

Financial assistance and copay reduction programs for eligible patients.

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Navigation Support

One-on-one assistance with insurance enrollment and coverage questions.

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Illinois-Specific Guidelines

PrEP Prescribing Guidelines

Comprehensive clinical guidelines for Illinois healthcare providers, including screening protocols, prescribing criteria, and monitoring requirements.

Initial Screening & Assessment

Required Baseline Testing

HIV Testing
HIV-1/HIV-2 antigen/antibody combination test
Kidney Function
Serum creatinine and estimated creatinine clearance
Hepatitis B Testing
HBsAg, anti-HBc, anti-HBs
STI Screening
Gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis testing

Risk Assessment Criteria

Sexual Risk Factors
Condomless sex, multiple partners, high-risk partner
Injection Drug Use
Sharing needles or injection equipment
Recent STI History
Bacterial STI in past 6 months
Post-Exposure Need
High-risk exposure incidents

Follow-up Monitoring Schedule

Time Point HIV Testing Kidney Function STI Screening Counseling
Baseline Required Required Required Risk reduction
3 Months Required Required Required Adherence
6 Months Required Required Required Ongoing support
Every 3 Months Ongoing Every 6 months Ongoing Continue

Illinois State Requirements

Documentation Requirements

Risk Assessment Documentation
Detailed documentation of HIV risk factors in medical record
Informed Consent
Patient consent for PrEP treatment documented
Follow-up Plan
Scheduled monitoring visits documented

Reporting & Compliance

IDPH Reporting
Optional participation in state PrEP monitoring program
Quality Assurance
Adherence to clinical practice guidelines
Privacy Compliance
HIPAA and Illinois privacy law adherence

Quick Reference Summary

Essential guidelines at a glance for Illinois PrEP prescribing practices.

1

Screen & Assess

Complete baseline testing and risk assessment

2

Prescribe & Document

Document medical necessity and provide education

3

Monitor & Follow-up

Schedule regular monitoring per Illinois guidelines

Illinois Regulations

State Regulations & Compliance

Stay compliant with Illinois-specific regulations, licensing requirements, and public health mandates for PrEP prescribing.

Illinois Medical Practice Act

Compliance with state medical practice regulations for HIV prevention services.

View Requirements

Patient Privacy Laws

Illinois-specific privacy protections for HIV-related services and medical information.

Review Guidelines

Reporting Requirements

Optional reporting to IDPH surveillance and quality improvement programs.

Learn About Reporting
Provider Support

Support Tools & Resources

Access clinical decision support tools, training materials, and professional development resources.

Clinical Decision Support

Interactive tools for risk assessment and treatment decisions

Access Tools

Training & Education

Continuing education and certification programs

Provider Network

Connect with other Illinois PrEP providers

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Stay Updated with Illinois Guidelines

Guidelines are regularly updated to reflect changes in Illinois regulations, clinical best practices, and federal recommendations.

Guideline Updates

Automatic notifications for changes

Training Events

Upcoming educational sessions

Expert Support

Clinical consultation available

Resource Library

Downloadable materials updated

Contact Illinois PrEP Support Team