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New Eligibility Group HUSKY B Prenatal Care pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · OB-GYN, Family Medicine·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
May 1, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut's HUSKY B program added a new eligibility group called 'HUSKY B Prenatal Care' effective May 1, 2022, providing full CHIP benefits including prenatal care to pregnant undocumented immigrants. This group has no copayments for pregnancy-related and preventive services, with income limits at 263% of federal poverty level.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify eligibility using Gainwell AEVS system which will return 'HUSKY B Prenatal Care' for eligible clients. Update billing procedures to not collect copayments for pregnancy-related and preventive services for this group. Continue submitting claims electronically to Gainwell Technologies. Front desk staff should direct pregnant undocumented individuals to apply through Access Health CT at 1-855-805-4325.