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Expedited Medicaid Eligibility Processing for Individuals with Medical Emergencies

Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Emergency Medicine·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Apr 1, 2016
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Connecticut Medicaid offers expedited eligibility processing for medical emergencies through Access Health CT for real-time determinations, with proof of coverage letters guaranteeing payment for 30 days. Medicare beneficiaries and those 65+ must apply through DSS and call to request expedited processing for emergencies.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Staff should direct emergency Medicaid patients under 65 to apply at www.accesshealthct.com or call 1-855-805-4325 for real-time eligibility. For patients 65+ or Medicare recipients, direct them to www.Connect.ct.gov then call 1-855-626-6632 to request expedited processing. Accept proof of coverage letters as payment guarantee for 30 days from eligibility notice date.