MedicaidPrior AuthMedium impact
Prior Authorization of Nuclear Cardiology Studies
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Cardiology, Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Imaging·Prior Authorization
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) has implemented new prior authorization requirements for nuclear cardiology studies. Healthcare providers must now obtain prior approval before performing these cardiac imaging procedures for Medicaid patients.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team and providers must verify prior authorization requirements for all nuclear cardiology studies before scheduling procedures for Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) patients. Update scheduling workflow to check authorization status. Front desk staff should obtain prior auth before appointment scheduling to prevent claim denials.