State seeking to expand postpartum coverage through 1115 waiver Dec 10, 2019 | Medicaid/Medicare, Top Stories The state is seeking an 1115 waiver to implement a law passed earlier this year that would expand Medicaid coverage from 60 days postpartum to 12 months.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.