MedicaidPrior AuthMedium impact
Changes to Prior Authorization Process for Laboratory Procedures and Outpatient Surgery
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health)·CT·Prior Authorization
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) has updated their prior authorization process for laboratory procedures and outpatient surgery. This affects billing workflows for providers serving HUSKY Health members who need lab tests or outpatient surgical procedures.
Action Required
Immediately: Review the HUSKY Health provider bulletin at https://www.huskyhealthct.org/provider_postings/Lab_and_OutPatientSurgeries_Authorization.pdf to understand new prior authorization requirements for laboratory procedures and outpatient surgery. Billing team must update prior authorization workflows and staff training for Connecticut Medicaid patients. Front desk staff should verify authorization requirements before scheduling affected services to prevent claim denials.