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New HUSKY D Medicaid Procedures for Individuals Needing Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS)
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
May 1, 2016
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut is implementing new income eligibility requirements for HUSKY D Medicaid, limiting coverage to individuals under 138% of Federal Poverty Level ($1,366.20/month). Individuals exceeding this income limit will be reviewed for HUSKY C eligibility instead, which has stricter asset limits and transfer penalties.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must verify HUSKY D eligibility for all nursing facility patients under age 65 not on Medicare. Review patient income against 138% FPL limit ($1,366.20/month). For patients exceeding income limits, assist with HUSKY C application process which requires asset verification under $1,600 and 5-year lookback period. Monitor benefit continuation through September 30, 2016 for existing HUSKY D recipients during transition period.