MedicaidPrior AuthMedium impact
Change to Radiology Authorization Date Span
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Radiology, Diagnostic Imaging·Prior Authorization
Effective date
Apr 1, 2017
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) has extended radiology prior authorization validity from 30 days to 60 days from the date of receipt. Extensions beyond 60 days are not allowed, requiring new authorization requests through eviCore.
Action Required
Immediately: Update scheduling workflows to accommodate 60-day authorization validity for Connecticut HUSKY Health radiology orders. Train scheduling staff on new timeframes and ensure authorization tracking system reflects 60-day expiration dates. Submit new authorization requests to eviCore if studies cannot be completed within 60 days.