MedicaidReimbursementMedium impact
Medication Administration Savings Expectations for Fiscal Years 2016
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics·Pharmacy
Effective date
Jul 1, 2015
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid is implementing changes to reduce medication administration costs by $10 million annually, promoting independence through electronic dispensing devices, nurse delegation, and prompting services. If savings targets aren't met by January 1, 2016, DSS may reduce reimbursement rates for medication administration services.
Action Required
Home health agencies should work with Medicaid ASOs to clinically evaluate members for independent medication management options including electronic dispensing devices, nurse delegation, and prompting services. Monitor for potential rate reductions if savings targets aren't achieved by January 1, 2016.