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Attention Medicaid Waiver Service Providers - COVID–19 pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Mar 23, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Department of Social Services clarifies that all Medicaid waiver service providers (Homemaker, Companion, Chore, and Personal Care Assistant) are considered essential services during the COVID-19 public health emergency under Governor Lamont's orders. This ensures continuity of care for waiver participants' health and safety needs.
Action Required
Immediately: Medicaid waiver service providers should continue billing for Homemaker, Companion, Chore, and Personal Care Assistant services as essential services during COVID-19 emergency. No workflow changes needed - services remain billable. Contact Kathy Bruni at 860-424-5177 or Kathy.a.bruni@ct.gov with questions.