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New Coverage of Specified Telemedicine Services Under CMAP pdf
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Mar 13, 2020
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (CMAP) now covers telemedicine services for behavioral health including psychotherapy, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management. Services must use HIPAA-compliant audio/video systems and meet same requirements as in-person visits.
Action Required
Billing team must update systems to allow telemedicine billing for listed behavioral health CPT codes when provided via HIPAA-compliant video platforms to Connecticut Medicaid patients. Verify originating site requirements for psychiatric evaluations (must be at CMAP-enrolled facility). Document that services meet HIPAA compliance and medical necessity requirements.