Medicaid Resources

Medicaid is a federally subsidized insurance program that provides free or low-cost health coverage to low-income individuals, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities. In Connecticut, Medicaid programs and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), are administered by HUSKY Health.

For eligible enrollees, HUSKY Health offers a full health benefits package.  HUSKY Health pays for doctor visits, prescriptions, vision and dental care, and much more.  For most participating families and individuals, HUSKY Health plans are cost-free or low-cost. 

Review the HUSKY Health programs below to determine which best meets your health care needs.  For more information regarding who qualifies for HUSKY Health programs, including up-to-date annual and monthly income thresholds, click here.

Husky Health Programs

• HUSKY A: Medicaid for children, teens, parents, relative caregivers, and pregnant women
• HUSKY B: Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for children and teens up to age 19
• HUSKY C: Medicaid for adults 65+ and adults with disabilities, including long-term services and supports (LSS) and Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities
• HUSKY D: Medicaid for low-income adults without dependent children

The Connecticut Department of Social Services (CT DSS) recommends prospective Medicaid enrollees use online applications to apply for health coverage. Eligible participants may enroll in HUSKY Health programs at any time.

Online Application Portals:

• Access Health CT can be used to apply for HUSKY Health coverage for the following:
  • Households and individuals applying or renewing health care coverage for children
  • Parents with dependent children
  • Caretakers/guardians of minors
  • Pregnant individuals
  • Adults under 65 without dependent children
• CT DSS can be used to apply for HUSKY Health coverage for the following:
• Households and individuals who are 65 or older, blind or have another disability
• Individuals eligible to enroll in Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities

CT DSS’s online portal can be used to apply for additional benefits, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and other programs. To apply, verify eligibility, or for more information, click here.

Individuals and households that are no longer eligible for HUSKY due to increased income will be automatically evaluated for the following programs and notified via mail on how to enroll:

• Transitional Medical Assistance Program (TMA)
• Access Health CT's Covered CT Program
• Other Qualified Health Plans (QHP) determined by your income

Husky Health Programs

For assistance enrolling in HUSKY Health Programs, click here or call 855-805-4325.

Access Health CT

For assistance with Access Health CT, click here or call 855-789-2428.

CT Health Care Advocate

For general health care assistance, including questions about medical bills, contact the Office of the Connecticut Health Care Advocate by clicking here or calling 866-466-4446.