NOTICE:

Connecticut passed new legislation requiring DSS to spread out SNAP benefit issuance dates throughout the month rather than concentrating them in the first few days. Read up on the changes that start March 1.

DSS benefits have changed due to the federal budget reconciliation bill (H.R.1). Find out how it will impact you on our website, which answers questions about work requirements and exemptions for SNAP and HUSKY (Medicaid).

Medicaid State Plan Amendments

Overview

Current State Plan Amendments submitted to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

SPA 26-0015: Chronic Disease Hospital Reimbursement – 1.) One-Time Supplemental Payment to Private Free-standing Chronic Disease Hospitals. 2.) Rebasing of the Per Diem Rate for Medicaid Inpatient Utilization Exceeding 75% for State Fiscal Year 2024 – Posted March 9, 2026.

SPA 26-O: Reimbursement Update to Medical Surgical Supplies Fee Schedule - posted January 27, 2026

SPA 26-S: April 2026 HIPAA Updates for Physician Services, Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS), Increases to the Reimbursement Rates for Select Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive Devices (LARCs), the Addition of Moderna Vaccine to Select Fee Schedules – Posted March 31, 2026.

SPA 26-V: Free Standing Birthing Centers Rate Increase – Posted March 31, 2026

SPA 26-W: Private Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities Reimbursement – Posted March 30, 2026

SPA 26-0005: Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) Supplemental Payment - posted January 20, 2026

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