MedicaidAdministrativeMedium impact
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
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
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.