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Changes to Prior Authorization Process for Outpatient Surgery
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT · General Surgery, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology +6 more·Prior Authorization
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) has updated their prior authorization process for outpatient surgery procedures. This change affects billing teams who submit claims for outpatient surgical services under Connecticut Medicaid.
Action Required
Immediately: Billing team must review the complete HUSKY Health provider bulletin at https://www.huskyhealthct.org/provider_postings/Prior_Auth_Outpatient_Surgery_Update.pdf to understand new prior authorization requirements for outpatient surgery. Update prior authorization workflows and staff training for Connecticut Medicaid patients. Ensure all outpatient surgery procedures comply with new authorization process to prevent claim denials.