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DSS Important Message - New Eligibility Group: HUSKY B - Prenatal Care pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · OB-GYN, Family Medicine·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Apr 1, 2022
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut's HUSKY B program is adding a new eligibility group effective April 1, 2022, providing full CHIP benefits including prenatal care to pregnant individuals of any age who are ineligible for Medicaid due to immigration status. System changes will be implemented April 23, 2022, with coverage retroactive to April 1st for approved applications.
Action Required
By April 23, 2022: Billing team must monitor the Connecticut CMAP website (www.ctdssmap.com) for the upcoming provider bulletin detailing enrollment, services covered, and eligibility verification procedures. Front desk staff should advise eligible pregnant individuals to apply through AccessHealthCT.com or 1-855-805-4325. Update patient eligibility verification workflows to include this new HUSKY B prenatal coverage group for Connecticut patients.