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Emergency Medicaid Coverage of Dialysis for End Stage Renal Disease pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Nephrology·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Aug 1, 2021
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Emergency Medicaid will now cover dialysis and ESRD-related services for Connecticut residents who don't qualify for full Medicaid due to immigration status. Coverage includes hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and related services with 12-month authorization periods.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must establish workflow for Emergency Medicaid dialysis patients in Connecticut. Create process to assist with applications at www.connect.ct.gov, include nephrologist statements of medical necessity, mark applications 'EM-D', and email EMdialysis.DSS@ct.gov for expedited review. Wait for detailed billing guidance with specific procedure and diagnosis codes to be issued in coming weeks.