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Implementation of Connecticut General Statute 19a-492 Permitting Registered Nurses to Delegate Administration of Medication to Home Health Aides who have Obtained Certification for Medication Administration

Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics·Pharmacy
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) has implemented a new statute allowing registered nurses to delegate medication administration to certified home health aides. This expands the scope of practice for home health services and may affect billing for medication administration in home health settings.

Action Required

Action needed
Home health billing teams should review current medication administration billing practices to ensure compliance with expanded delegation authority. Verify that claims for medication administration services reflect appropriate provider credentials and delegation protocols under the new Connecticut statute.