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APRN and PA Authorized to Order Home Health Services pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Jul 7, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid now permanently allows Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to order home health services, expanding beyond the temporary CARES Act authorization. This change became permanent under state law Public Act 21-133 effective July 7, 2021.
Action Required
Immediately: Update billing system and provider credentialing to accept home health orders from APRNs and PAs for Connecticut Medicaid patients. Verify APRN and PA provider numbers are set up to authorize home health services in billing software. Review referenced bulletins PB 17-02, PB 17-30, and PB 17-59 for face-to-face requirements and evaluation billing procedures.