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Residential Care Home (RCH) Medication Administration Regulations

Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics·Pharmacy
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

Connecticut state law prohibits home health agency nurses from pre-pouring medications for Residential Care Home (RCH) residents. Only licensed nurses or staff with completed CT-Train medication administration training may administer medications directly in RCH settings.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Home health agencies must ensure nurses do not pre-pour medications for RCH residents. Verify that only licensed nurses or CT-Train Phase 1 and Phase 2 certified staff administer medications in RCHs. Update service protocols to ensure direct medication administration compliance with Regs. Conn. State Agencies §19-13-D6 and CGS §19a-495a.

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