MedicaidPrior AuthMedium impact
Prior Authorizations for Preventative Medicine and Evaluation and Management Visits Occurring on the Same Date of Service for Patients, 18-21 Years Old
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +1 more·Provider Bulletin
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) now requires prior authorization when preventative medicine visits and evaluation/management visits occur on the same date of service for patients aged 18-21. This affects billing for same-day preventive and problem-focused visits for this specific age group.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must update workflows to obtain prior authorization before scheduling same-day preventive medicine and E/M visits for Connecticut Medicaid patients aged 18-21. Front desk staff should verify authorization requirements during scheduling. Review the full policy bulletin at the provided URL for specific authorization procedures and deadlines.