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Psychotherapy Prior Authorization Changes
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · Psychiatry·Prior Authorization
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) has implemented changes to prior authorization requirements for psychotherapy services. This affects billing workflows for mental health services provided to Connecticut Medicaid beneficiaries.
Action Required
Immediately: Review the Connecticut Medicaid provider bulletin at https://www.huskyhealthct.org/provider_postings/Psychotherapy_Prior_Authorization_Changes.pdf to understand new prior authorization requirements for psychotherapy services. Billing team must update prior authorization workflows for Connecticut HUSKY Health members receiving mental health services. Verify current authorization requirements before scheduling psychotherapy appointments to prevent claim denials.