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Update on the New Services COPE and CAPABLE! PDF
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Occupational Therapy·Provider Bulletin
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut DSS announces new Medicaid home and community-based services COPE and CAPABLE with higher reimbursement rates for occupational therapists and registered nurses. OT and RN rates are 15% higher than traditional Medicaid rates, plus an additional 10% increase through December 31, 2024.
Action Required
Before December 31, 2024: Billing team should verify if practice provides occupational therapy or nursing services for Connecticut Medicaid HCBS waiver programs (ABI, Autism, CHCPE, PCA). If applicable, update billing rates to reflect 15% base increase plus 10% temporary add-on for COPE and CAPABLE services. After January 1, 2025, rates will be 15% higher than traditional Medicaid OT/RN rates without the 10% add-on.