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2023.54 Provider Bulletin - Multi-disciplinary Examinations for Medical - Behavioral Health and Dental Services pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Psychiatry +2 more·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Aug 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut DSS updated billing guidelines for Multi-Disciplinary Examinations (MDE) for children in DCF custody under HUSKY Health plan. Key changes include new dental procedure code D0191 effective August 1, 2023, required ICD-10 code Z65.3 for medical/behavioral components, and specific billing requirements by provider type.
Action Required
By August 1, 2023: Update billing system to use procedure code D0191 instead of D0140 for MDE dental components. Ensure all MDE medical and behavioral health claims include ICD-10 diagnosis code Z65.3. Verify provider enrollment and DCF contracting requirements for MDE services. Update fee schedules and billing procedures for FQHCs, clinics, and hospitals per specific component requirements.