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Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | 120-day Special Enrollment Period
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 25, 2023
Residents affected by the Medicaid Unwinding: AHCT will offer a 120-day ‘Medicaid
Unwind’ Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for eligible individuals who lose HUSKY Health
coverage on or after April 1, 2023. Under this SE... | Residents affected by the Medicaid Unwinding: AHCT will offer a 120-day ‘Medicaid Unwind’ Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for eligible individuals who lose HUSKY Health coverage on or after April 1, 2023. Under this SEP, eligible applicants will have up to 120 days to enroll in new health and/or dental insurance covera... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | About the IRS Tax Penalty
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: November 25, 2024
For Tax Year 2020, the penalty or fee for not having health insurance coverage is $0.
For Tax Years 2018 and earlier, individuals without coverage during those years may be subject
to a penalty. This penalty is also known as the ... | If you didn’t have health insurance coverage in 2018, the IRS may charge a penalty when you file your federal tax return. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | ¿Access Health CT ofrece un plan catastrófico?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: April 26, 2023
Los planes catastróficos solo están disponibles para personas menores de 30 años o para
aquellos a quienes se les otorgó una exención por dificultades o asequibilidad de Access
Health CT. No puede obtener ay... | Los planes catastróficos solo están disponibles para personas menores de 30 aos o para aquellos a quienes se otorgó una exención por dificultades o asequibilidad de Access Health CT. No puede obtener ayuda financiera para pagar los planes Catastróficos. Estos planes tienen primas mensuales bajas y brindan el nivel más ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Advance Premium Tax Credit Disclaimer
If you enroll in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) and you are eligible for advance payments of the Premium
Tax Credit (APTC) you can choose to use the full amount to reduce your monthly premium OR take less
by using the scale in the disclaimer below. The sliding scale appears in... | If you enroll in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) and you are eligible for advance payments of the Premium Tax Credit (APTC) you can choose to use the full amount to reduce your monthly premium OR take less by using the sliding scale in the disclaimer below. The sliding scale appears in the disclaimer below. You Should Kn... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | • Take advantage of key in-network preventive care visits, which
are covered 100% and can help you stay healthy
• Use in-netw
• Save money with generic drugs and mail-order programs
• Call your insurance company directly with questions or to learn
more about resources available to you
• Always pay your premiums on t... | After You Enroll After you enroll in healthcare coverage through Access Health CT, you’ll receive additional materials from us and from your insurance company (materials may vary depending on the plan you choose). To stay organized, check off each item below as you receive it from us. Questions about your coverage? Acc... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Access Health CT Glossary
Written by Roberto Blundo | Last published at: May 08, 2024
Glossary
acuerdo de reembolso de salud
Las cuentas de reembolso de salud son planes de salud grupales financiados por el empleador,
de los cuales los empleados son reembolsados libres de impuestos para los gastos médicos
calificados h... | Acuerdo de reembolso de salud Las cuentas de reembolso de salud son planes de salud grupales financiados por el empleador, de cuales los empleados son reembolsados libres de impuestos para los gastos médicos calificados hasta un monto fijo en dólares por ao. Los montos no utilizados pueden ser renovados para ser utiliz... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | American Indians and Alaska Natives
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 25, 2024
If you are an American Indian or Alaska Native, you can enroll in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) or
Stand-Alone Dental Plan at any time during the year and may change your health and/or dental plan
selection once a month.... | If you are an American Indian or Alaska Native, you can enroll in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) or Stand-Alone Dental Plan at any time during the year and may change your health and/or dental plan selection once a month. The coverage effective date(s) for your health and/or dental plan depend(s) on the day you enroll. ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | American Rescue Plan Act & Inflation Reduction
Act
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 20, 2025
The American Rescue Plan (ARPA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) make health
insurance coverage more affordable and accessible for many Connecticut residents. These
laws changed the way we calcu... | The American Rescue Plan (ARPA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) make health insurance coverage more affordable and accessible for many Connecticut residents. These laws changed the way we calculate financial help for customers. As a result, many more customers now qualify for financial help to make plans more aff... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Application Disclaimers
You must agree to the following disclaimers to complete your application. If you do not agree to the
disclaimers, you will not be eligible to enroll in a Qualified Health Plan or Medicaid.
Medicaid Only Disclaimers: You may be eligible for programs offered through the Department of Social
S... | You may be eligible for programs offered through the Department of Social Services such as Medicaid (known as HUSKY A and Husky D) and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (known as CHIP or HUSKY B). The information listed on your application will be used to decide if you are eligible for these programs. ___________... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Asistencia de traducción de idiomas y TTY
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 08, 2025
¿Cómo puedo obtener ayuda con la traducción de idiomas o TTY?
Si necesita asistencia en otro idioma, contamos con traductores capacitados en más de 200
idiomas que están aquí para ayudarle. Comuníquese con... | Cómo puedo obtener ayuda con la traducción de idiomas o TTY? Si necesita asistencia en otro idioma, contamos con traductores capacitados en más de 200 idiomas que están aqu para ayudarle. Comunquese con el centro de llamadas de Access Health CT al 1-855-805-4325. Si es sordo o tiene problemas de audición, puede usar el... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Birth Control Coverage
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 17, 2023
Yes and at no cost!
All Access Health CT health plans must cover all approved forms of birth control under the Affordable
Care Act at no cost to the consumer. This means any plan bought through Access Health CT must
offer these contr... | Access Health CT health plans must cover all approved forms of birth control under the Affordable Care Act at no cost to the consumer. This means any plan bought through Access Health CT must offer these contraceptive benefits as part of your health insurance coverage. You should still review your plan benefits and cos... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Can I apply for a qualified health plan
through Access Health CT if I have COBRA?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 24, 2024
1. What is COBRA?
COBRA is a federal law that may allow you to temporarily keep your health coverage after a
qualifying event, such as job loss. If you choose COBRA continuat... | If you are being offered COBRA continuation coverage, there are some things you should know before you make a final decision. Access Health CT may offer a better, less expensive choice for you and your family. With COBRA coverage, you may have to pay 100% of the monthly payments (premium), including the share the emplo... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Can I get a plan with a Health Savings
Account (HSA) through Access Health CT?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 19, 2025
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are medical savings accounts available to taxpayers who are
enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). The funds contributed to the accoun... | Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are medical savings accounts available to taxpayers who are enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). The funds contributed to the account aren’t subject to federal income tax at the time of deposit. Funds must be used to pay for qualified medical expenses and leftover funds roll ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Continuous Enrollment Unwinding and HUSKY
Health Coverage
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: January 08, 2025
What is the Continuous Enrollment Unwinding?
During the pandemic, Connecticut extended health coverage for most Medicaid members
enrolled on or after March 18, 2020, even if they no longer qual... | During the pandemic, Connecticut extended health coverage for most Medicaid members enrolled on or after March 18, 2020, even if they no longer qualified, a process the federal government calls Continuous Enrollment. The federal rules have changed; Continuous Enrollment ends March 31, 2023 and the process of reviewing ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Coverage Effective Dates for Qualified
Health Plans
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 30, 2025
1. How are effective dates determined?
i. When you enroll during Open Enrollment determines when your health and/or dental coverage will
start:
For coverage starting January 1, 2025, you must enroll and ... | You must enroll during Open Enrollment determines when your health and/or dental coverage will start: For coverage starting January 1, 2025, you must enroll and complete your application by December 15, 2024. For coverage starting February 1, 2025, you must enroll and complete your application between December 16, 2024... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Covered CT Program
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 08, 2025
Covered CT
Some Connecticut residents that meet specific eligibility requirements are paying $0 for their
health insurance coverage, thanks to the new Covered CT Program created by the State of
Connecticut. The Covered CT Program pr... | Some Connecticut residents that meet specific eligibility requirements are paying $0 for their health insurance coverage, thanks to the new Covered CT Program created by the State of Connecticut. The Covered CT Program provides health insurance coverage, dental coverage and Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) a... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Creating Accounts and Linking Applications
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: August 26, 2024
Managing your Access Health CT application is easier with an online account. You can
use your online account in several ways, including making routine changes to your household
information and your applicati... | Managing your Access Health CT application is easier with an online account. You can use your online account in several ways, including making routine changes to your household information and your application. With an online account you can also: • View important notices • Report changes to your household information,... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Customer Service Update
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: September 14, 2023
We are currently experiencing a high volume of escalated cases and requests to our customer
service team. We are working diligently to resolve issues and close cases as soon as possible,
but in the meantime, you may have a del... | We are currently experiencing a high volume of escalated cases and requests to our customer service team. We are working diligently to resolve issues and close cases as soon as possible, but in the meantime, you may have a delay in getting your questions answered. The best way to request help from our team, ask us a qu... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
(DACA)
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: August 20, 2024
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients are now eligible for insurance coverage
through Access Health CT.
Starting November 1, 2024, DACA recipients will be able to get health insurance cover... | Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients are now eligible for insurance coverage through Access Health CT. Starting November 1, 2024, DACA recipients will be able to get health insurance coverage through state- based marketplaces. This change in the law means DACA recipients living in Connecticut can ap... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Dental coverage through Access Health CT
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 31, 2025
Dental and oral health are important to your overall health and well-being. You can get dental
coverage through Access Health CT in a few different ways.
All health insurance plans offered through Access Hea... | If your current health insurance plan doesn’t include dental coverage, you can get a stand-alone dental plan through Access Health CT! You can enroll during the Open Enrollment Period that begins November 1 or during a Special Enrollment Period if you have a Qualifying Life Event. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Differences with Metal Levels
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: March 08, 2024
There are different plan options available at the Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. Each metal
level offers a different degree of coverage, so you should look for the plan that best fits your
medical needs as well as your bud... | Choose a plan that best fits your medical needs and your budget. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Disabled Veteran
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: December 22, 2023
No. Veteran's disability benefits should NOT be included in your household income.
Disability benefits are counted as part of your MAGI unless they are a veteran's disability
benefits.
Please talk to a tax advisor if you have quest... | Veteran's disability benefits should NOT be included in your household income. Disability benefits are counted as part of your MAGI unless they are a veteran's disability benefits. Please talk to a tax advisor if you have questions. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Does Access Health CT offer a Catastrophic
Plan?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: April 26, 2023
Catastrophic plans are only available to people younger than 30 years old or to those who have
been granted a hardship or affordability exemption from Access Health CT. You are not eligible
to get financi... | Catastrophic plans are only available to people younger than 30 years old or to those who have been granted a hardship or affordability exemption from Access Health CT. You are not eligible to get financial help to pay for Catastrophic plans. Catastrophic plans have low monthly premiums and provide the lowest level of ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Eligibility for Medicaid (HUSKY Health) & CHIP
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: November 01, 2024
How do I know if I qualify for HUSKY Health?
Find out if you qualify for HUSKY Health by completing an application with Access Health CT or
the Department of Social Services. For detailed program rul... | HUSKY A Medicaid for children and teens up to age 19, parents or relative caregivers of any age with a dependent child(ren) under age 19, pregnant and post-partum individuals of any age, and individuals formerly in foster care up to age 26. HUSKY B Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for uninsured children and t... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Eligibility- Children
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: December 22, 2023
The Affordable Care Act allows parents to keep their adult children on their health insurance
plan until age 26. | The Affordable Care Act allows parents to keep their adult children on their health insurance plan until age 26. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Employer Sponsored Coverage
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 03, 2025
If you are being offered coverage through an employer, or through a family member's employer,
you may still be able to enroll through Access Health CT and get help with paying for healthcare
coverage. Families with offers o... | If you are being offered coverage through an employer, or through a family member's employer, you may still be able to enroll through Access Health CT and get help with paying for healthcare coverage. Families with offers of employer health coverage may have new opportunities for savings, even if before they weren't el... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Enrollment: Contact Access Health CT
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 16, 2025
The Open Enrollment Period for 2026 health and dental insurance coverage begins November
1, 2025.
Residents may be able to enroll at any time through Access Health CT if they:
•
Are an American Indian or Al... | The Open Enrollment Period for 2026 health and dental insurance coverage begins November 1, 2025. Residents may be able to enroll at any time through Access Health CT if they: • Are an American Indian or Alaska Native • Qualify for HUSKY Health (Medicaid/Children's Health Insurance Program) • Qualify for the Covered CT... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Essential Health Benefits
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 24, 2024
Read this article to find out what benefits are covered by every health plan available through
Access Health CT. If you're paying for health insurance, you should know what is included with
your plan and what services you can ... | Read this article to find out what benefits are covered by every health plan available through Access Health CT. If you're paying for health insurance, you should know what is included with your plan and what services you can get at no cost to you. This information does not apply to our Dental Insurance plans. All heal... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Exemptions from the ACA Individual Mandate
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: November 22, 2023
Starting January 1, 2014, the individual shared responsibility provision of the Patient Protection
and Affordable Care Act (ACA) required individuals to have Minimum Essential Health
Coverage (MEC) each month... | Starting January 1, 2014, the individual shared responsibility provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) required individuals to have Minimum Essential Health Coverage (MEC) each month (known as the "Individual Mandate"), or pay a financial penalty for failure to have MEC (known as the "Shared R... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Financial Help and Low/No-Cost Programs
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 25, 2024
Most people qualify for some type of financial help, low-cost or free coverage thanks to new
laws and programs, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and new Covered CT Program.
Even people who weren’t elig... | Most people qualify for some type of financial help, low-cost or free coverage thanks to new laws and programs, including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and new Covered CT Program. Even people who weren’t eligible in the past may qualify for new financial help. Complete One Application to See Your Options Access Hea... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Form 1095-A
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 15, 2025
If you or anyone in your household enrolls in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) through Access
Health CT, you will receive a Form 1095-A from Access Health CT. You will need this Form to
complete your federal income tax return — even if you ... | If you or anyone in your household enrolls in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) through Access Health CT, you will receive a Form 1095-A from Access Health CT. You will need this Form to complete your federal income tax return — even if you did not receive financial help (Advance Premium Tax Credits) or were only enrolled ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Form 1095-C
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 16, 2025
A 1095-C is a tax form issued by an employer to an employee (and other eligible household
members) to show information about the healthcare coverage the employee had. You should
expect a Form 1095-C if you had coverage through your employer... | A 1095-C is a tax form issued by an employer to an employee (and other eligible household members) to show information about the healthcare coverage the employee had. You should expect a Form 1095-C if you had coverage through your employer or through Medicare. The IRS requires all 1095-C's to be issued by January 31st... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Help With Your Verifications
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 30, 2025
This article has a list of documents that can be used to verify your eligibility or other
information. You can also see general information about verifications and instructions
for uploading documents. If you still have ... | This article has a list of documents that can be used to verify your eligibility or other information. You can also see general information about verifications and instructions for uploading documents. If you still have questions, find help or call us at 1-855-805-4325 (TTY 1-855-789-2428 or contact us at 1-855-805-432... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | How can I get the most from my healthcare
coverage?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 19, 2025
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Schedule your annual in-network checkup
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Use in-network benefits wherever possible.
•
Find the right primary care doctor for your needs. You can search for a doctor on your
insurance company’... | Getting the most out of your healthcare coverage can be a daunting task. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your healthcare coverage. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | How Do I Cancel My Coverage?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 02, 2024
Customers enrolled in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) coverage can cancel their coverage online
or by phone with Access Health CT. However, if any member of the household has HUSKY
Health coverage (Medicaid/Children's Health ... | Customers enrolled in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) coverage can cancel their coverage online or by phone with Access Health CT. However, if any member of the household has HUSKY Health coverage (Medicaid/Children's Health Insurance Program), you must call Access Health CT to cancel your coverage. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Husky Health Coverage Limited Benefit for
COVID-19 Testing
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 08, 2024
HUSKY Health is Connecticut’s public health insurance program. HUSKY Health is also known
as Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). HUSKY Health is administered
by the De... | HUSKY Health is Connecticut’s public health insurance program. HUSKY Health is also known as Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). HUSKY Health is administered by the Department of Social Services in partnership with Access Health CT, our state’s health insurance marketplace. Important: HUSKY Heal... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | I'm no longer eligible for Medicaid or CHIP. What
are my options?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: August 29, 2024
If your eligibility has changed and you are no longer eligible for Medicaid/HUSKY Health
coverage, you may qualify for a private insurance plan (also called a Qualified Health Plan, or
Q... | If your eligibility has changed and you are no longer eligible for Medicaid/HUSKY Health coverage, you may qualify for a private insurance plan (also called a Qualified Health Plan, or QHP) with an insurance company through AHCT. You may qualify for financial help with paying for a QHP. If you were previously enrolled ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | If I have an out-of-state doctor, will I still have
coverage?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 14, 2023
You may be able to keep all of your current physicians, but keep in mind that some doctors
outside of our state may be out-of-network.
While you can still see them, your insurance provider... | You may be able to keep all of your current physicians, but keep in mind that some doctors outside of our state may be out-of-network. While you can still see them, your insurance provider may not cover as much (or any) of the cost of an out-of-network non-emergency visit. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Important- Did You Receive a Health Care
Coverage Renewal Decision Notice In October?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 28, 2021
If you received a notice with subject line of “Health Care Coverage Renewal Decision Notice,”
please be aware that Access Health CT may have sent you incorrect inform... | If you received a notice with subject line of “Health Care Coverage Renewal Decision Notice,” please be aware that Access Health CT may have sent you incorrect information about your HUSKY Health coverage. What happened? There was a system error that generated a letter to customers, stating that their HUSKY health cove... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Income Used on Application
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 19, 2025
When you apply for healthcare coverage through Access Health CT, we will ask about your
household income – more specifically, your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI).
We need this information to complete your applicat... | When you apply for healthcare coverage through Access Health CT, we will ask about your household income – more specifically, your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI). We need this information to complete your application, and to see if you qualify for programs like Medicaid (HUSKY Health/Children’s Health Insurance ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Language Translation Assistance and TTY
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 08, 2025
How may I get assistance with language translation or TTY?
If you require assistance in another language, we have translators trained in over 200
languages that are here to help. Please contact the Access He... | If you require assistance in another language, we have translators trained in over 200 languages that are here to help. Please contact the Access Health CT call center at 1-855-805- 4325. If you are deaf or hearing impaired, you may use the TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or contact us at 1- 855-805-4325 with a relay operator. D... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Medicare
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: November 01, 2024
Your eligibility for Medicare can affect your eligibility for other programs or financial help. If
you have a question about your eligibility for health and/or dental coverage, please call
Access Health CT at 1-855-805-4325.
What is Me... | Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are age 65 and over and for certain people under 65 with illnesses or disabilities. Medicare offers broad coverage: Part A is insurance for hospitalization, home or skilled nursing, and hospice; Part B is medical insurance; Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans) ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Mental Health and Behavioral Health Services
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 17, 2023
Will my mental and behavioral health services programs and services be covered by
plans offered through Access Health CT?
Yes, to find out which specific mental and behavioral health programs and service... | Mental health and behavioral health services are essential health benefits and all plans must cover: • Behavioral health treatment, such as psychotherapy and counseling • Mental and behavioral health inpatient services • Substance use disorder (commonly known as substance abuse) treatment Pre-existing mental and behavi... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | More information about AHCT Small Business
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 14, 2023
Whether you’re a small business owner, current member or broker, we can help you find the
information you need.
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If you are a Broker or a Small Business looking for a quote, contact us at
shop.ahct@ct.... | Whether you’re a small business owner, current member or broker, we can help you find the information you need. • If you are a Broker or a Small Business looking for a quote, contact us at shop.ahct@ct.gov • To get a free online quote or learn more about our Small Business coverage, visit AccessHealthCTSmallBiz.com or ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Nationwide public health emergency & HUSKY
benefit extension
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: April 19, 2024
A nationwide public health emergency is in effect.
On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was signed into law. One of
the benefits of this law is it allowed the State ... | A nationwide public health emergency is in effect. On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was signed into law. One of the benefits of this law is it allowed the State of Connecticut to extend Medicaid and CHIP (“HUSKY Health”) coverage in response to the coronavirus pandemic. As a result, indivi... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | New Special Enrollment Period for Residents
with Lower Income
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: December 02, 2024
There is a Special Enrollment Period for Residents with Lower Income, allowing some residents
to sign up for health coverage through Access Health CT outside of the Open Enrollment
Period.... | There is a Special Enrollment Period for Residents with Lower Income, allowing some residents to sign up for health coverage through Access Health CT outside of the Open Enrollment Period. If your household income is at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level (see chart below) you can use this opportunity to enroll ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Notice of Non-Discrimination
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 24, 2024
Access Health CT complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary
language), age, disability, or se... | Access Health CT complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), age, disability, or sex (consistent with the scope of sex discrimination described at 45 C.F.R. 92.101 (a)(2)). Access... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Online Account Access
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 08, 2025
Online Account with Access Health CT
Having an online account can make managing your application easier. We encourage you to set
up an online account when you apply through Access Health CT, and we are here to help you
link ... | Having an online account can make managing your application easier. We encourage you to set up an online account when you apply through Access Health CT, and we are here to help you link your current application with your new online account. Key Account Information The User ID is the unique identifier that you create a... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Open Enrollment Dates and Hours of Operation
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 16, 2025
The Open Enrollment Period for 2026 health and dental insurance coverage begins November
1, 2025.
You can enroll anytime if you:
•
Are an American Indian or Alaska Native
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Qualify for HUSKY/Medicaid... | The Open Enrollment Period for 2026 health and dental insurance coverage begins November 1, 2025. You can enroll anytime if you: • Are an American Indian or Alaska Native • Qualify for HUSKY/Medicaid • Qualify for a Special Enrollment Period • Qualify for the Covered CT Program We Are Here to Help • For General Questio... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Other Programs
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: December 26, 2024
If you are looking for Medicaid (HUSKY C), Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities (MED-
Connect), the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP(food stamps)), and/or cash
assistance, please contact the Connecticut Department of S... | If you are looking for Medicaid (HUSKY C), Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities (MED- Connect), the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP(food stamps)), and/or cash assistance, please contact the Connecticut Department of Social Services. Access Health CT cannot help you enroll in these programs. • To enr... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Paperless Notifications
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: August 22, 2024
Follow these steps to update your contact information and opt in to paperless notifications.
When you go paperless, you will receive notifications in your online account inbox instead of by
mail. We will alert you about new notif... | If you don't want to receive notifications by mail, you can opt out of receiving them in your online account inbox. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Pre-Existing Condition
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: December 22, 2023
Yes. Coverage for those with pre-existing health conditions was one of the big changes made
possible by the Federal Government's Affordable Care Act. As of 2014, you cannot be denied
coverage or charged more for medical coverage... | Yes. Coverage for those with pre-existing health conditions was one of the big changes made possible by the Federal Government's Affordable Care Act. As of 2014, you cannot be denied coverage or charged more for medical coverage just because you have a pre-existing health condition. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Premium and Monthly Bills
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 31, 2024
Premium amounts
Your premium (an amount that's paid for an insurance policy) is based on:
1.
Your age at the start of the policy
2.
The area (county) in which you live
You pay your monthly premium directly to your insuran... | Your monthly bill is calculated based on your monthly premium. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Premium Tax Credit and Filing Separately
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 14, 2023
No. Married couples who file their taxes separately are not eligible to receive financial help (or
Advanced Premium Tax Credits known as APTC's with a qualified health plan.
Note: There are limited exceptions ... | Married couples who file their taxes separately are not eligible to receive financial help (or Advanced Premium Tax Credits known as APTC's with a qualified health plan. Note: There are limited exceptions for those filing separately, such as exceptions for victims of domestic abuse or spousal abandonment. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Premium Tax Credits and Filing
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: March 29, 2024
If you don't report financial help you received to the IRS, you will not be eligible for advance
payments of the premium tax credit to help pay for your coverage in the future.
Make sure you complete your annual federal in... | If you're eligible for financial help, you're required to report the amount of the financial help on your tax return. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Prescription Drug Coverage
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 17, 2023
Do plans (Qualified Health Plans) offered through Access Health CT cover prescription drugs?
Yes, but...
Plans (Qualified Health Plans) offered through Access Health CT cover prescription drugs, but
coverage can vary by plan... | 2. Contact your insurance company to find out which drugs are covered, or what costs are associated with your plan's drug coverage. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Primary Applicant and Authorized
Representative on the Application
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: August 29, 2024
In order to change or receive information about an Access Health CT account or application,
you must be the primary applicant or authorized representative on the application. If you are ... | In order to change or receive information about an Access Health CT account or application, you must be the primary applicant or authorized representative on the application. If you are not a primary applicant or are not an authorized representative, Access Health CT cannot release information or make changes to your A... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Privacy Policy
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: April 30, 2024
Access Health CT Privacy Policy
Access Health CT is the health insurance marketplace developed by the State of Connecticut to
satisfy the requirements of the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the “ACA”).
This Privacy Pol... | Access Health CT is the health insurance marketplace developed by the State of Connecticut to satisfy the requirements of the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the “ACA”). This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures regarding our collection, use and disclosure of the personal information... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Qualified Health Plan Disclaimer for Advance
Premium Tax Credit
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 01, 2021
Qualified Health Plan Disclaimer for Advance Premium Tax Credit (1).pdf
Qualified Health Plan Disclaimer for Advance Premium Tax Credit
The following disclaimer appears if you enroll in ... | Qualified Health Plan Disclaimer for Advance Premium Tax Credit The disclaimer appears if you enroll in a Qualified Health Plan and select Advance Premium Tax Credit (APTC). This disclaimer explains your tax filing responsibilities and any potential changes in premiums and APTC. Make sure you understand the details of ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Questions about My Bill
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: January 08, 2025
Your first bill will be sent from the insurance company you choose (Anthem or ConnectiCare
Benefits, Inc.) about 5-10 days after your enrollment status is Initiated. Your insurance policy will
not go into effect until you make y... | Your first bill will be sent from the insurance company you choose (Anthem or ConnectiCare Benefits, Inc.) about 5-10 days after your enrollment status is Initiated. Your insurance policy will not go into effect until you make your first payment. The payment must go directly to your insurance company, not Access Health... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Rate Increase Justification
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: November 05, 2024
Why is my bill higher this year compared to last year?
Premium rates can increase from year to year. Rate increases must be approved by the
Connecticut Insurance Department.
The insurance companies that offer coverage thro... | The insurance companies that offer coverage through Access Health CT have issued rate increases for plans being offered in 2025. This means that if you were enrolled in a health plan in 2024 and will continue with that plan for 2025, you may need to pay more in premium per month than last year. For more information on ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Renewing your Coverage
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 17, 2024
Access Health CT consumers enrolled in health and/or dental plans must renew their coverage
during the annual Open Enrollment Period, starting November 1. HUSKY Health enrollees'
eligibility to renew their coverage is redetermine... | Access Health CT consumers enrolled in health and/or dental plans must renew their coverage during the annual Open Enrollment Period, starting November 1. HUSKY Health enrollees' eligibility to renew their coverage is redetermined on the basis of original enrollment dates, and redetermination may fall outside of the Op... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Reporting Changes to Household Information
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 24, 2024
If any of your personal information changes during the year, changes should be reported within
30 days or as quickly as possible. If we don't have the most up-to-date information it can make it
harder for us t... | If any of your personal information changes during the year, changes should be reported within 30 days or as quickly as possible. If we don't have the most up-to-date information it can make it harder for us to get in touch with you about your account and it can affect the amount of financial help you can receive or re... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Special Enrollment Period for Personal Care
Attendants (PCA) and Direct Support
Professionals (DSP)
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: October 25, 2024
Access Health CT will provide a Special Enrollment Period from March 15, 2023 to May 15,
2023 to help eligible Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) and Dire... | Access Health CT will provide a Special Enrollment Period from March 15, 2023 to May 15, 2023 to help eligible Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to enroll in health insurance. If they qualify, these PCAs and DSPs can enroll in no- or low-cost coverage, including a Qualified Health ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Special Enrollment Periods
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: December 23, 2024
The Open Enrollment Period for 2025 health and dental insurance coverage ends January 15,
2025.
Residents may be able to enroll at any time through Access Health CT if they:
•
Are an American Indian or Alaska Native
•... | The Open Enrollment Period for 2025 health and dental insurance coverage ends January 15, 2025. Residents may be able to enroll at any time through Access Health CT if they: • Are an American Indian or Alaska Native • Qualify for HUSKY Health (Medicaid/Children's Health Insurance Program) • Qualify for the Covered CT P... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | State HUSKY A and B for Children
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: January 08, 2025
Connecticut is offering two new state-funded health coverage programs for children. These
programs provide coverage for uninsured children ages 0-15 who cannot enroll in regular
HUSKY A (Medicaid) or HUSKY B (Children’s... | Connecticut is offering two new state-funded health coverage programs for children. These programs provide coverage for uninsured children ages 0-15 who cannot enroll in regular HUSKY A (Medicaid) or HUSKY B (Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)) because they are undocumented immigrants. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Steps: How to Upload your Documents to
your Online Account
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: September 14, 2023
AHCT-Upload-Documents-English.pdf | AHCT-Upload-Documents-English.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-French.pdf AHCT-Upload-Documents-... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Student Visa and Work Visa
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: December 22, 2023
Yes. If you have certain types of work or student visas, you may qualify for coverage through
Access Health CT. If you qualify based on your status, you must remain lawfully present and a
resident of Connecticut for the rema... | If you have a student visa, you may qualify for coverage through Access Health CT. You must remain lawfully present and a resident of Connecticut for the remainder of the year in which you are covered. If you have a work visa, you may qualify for coverage through Access Health CT. You must remain lawfully present and a... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Terms of Use
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 02, 2024
Introduction
Access Health CT is the new health insurance marketplace developed by the State of
Connecticut to satisfy the requirements of the federal Affordable Care Act.
By using this website, www.accesshealthct.com or www.ct.gov/hix, y... | Access Health CT is the new health insurance marketplace developed by the State of Connecticut to satisfy the requirements of the federal Affordable Care Act. By using this website, www.accesshealthct.com or www.ct.gov/hix, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. Please review them carefully. For more information ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Text Message Disclaimer
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: March 18, 2021
Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf | Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf Text Message Disclaimer (1).pdf ... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Verification Documents
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 18, 2025
This article has general information about verification documents. Here is a list of documents
you can submit and instructions for uploading documents. If you still have questions, find help
or call us at 1-855-805-4325 (TTY 1-8... | This article has general information about verification documents. Here are a list of documents you can submit and instructions for uploading documents. If you still have questions, find help or call us at 1-855-805-4325 (TTY 1-855-789-2428 or contact us at 1-855-805-4325 with a relay operator). When you apply for heal... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Vision Coverage
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: June 28, 2024
All plans offered through Access Health CT include vision benefits for covered dependents up
through age 25. Coverage includes routine eye exams by a specialist and prescription
eyeglasses.
Several of the plans offered through Access Heal... | Several of the plans offered through Access Health CT include vision benefits for covered persons age 26 and older. Plans that include this coverage will indicate “Adult Vision” within the plan marketing name. Coverage includes routine eye exams by a specialist and may also cover prescription eyeglasses and contact len... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Ways to Get Free Help
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: January 22, 2025
Call Center
For general questions, help with your application or your account, please contact our call center.
Speak with an Enrollment Specialist who can answer your questions and guide
you through the enrollment process—in many... | Call Center For general questions, help with your application or your account, please contact our call center. Speak with an Enrollment Specialist who can answer your questions and guide you through the enrollment process—in many different languages. Call us at 1-855-805-4325, Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | What is a 1095-B?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 14, 2023
A 1095-B is a tax form issued by the Department of Social Services to individuals enrolled in
HUSKY Health for one or more months of the calendar year.
The IRS Form 1095-B is NO LONGER REQUIRED by federal law when preparing f... | A 1095-B is a tax form issued by the Department of Social Services to individuals enrolled in HUSKY Health for one or more months of the calendar year. The IRS Form 1095-B is NO LONGER REQUIRED by federal law when preparing federal tax returns and it will not be mailed out this year automatically. However, the Departme... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | What is Access Health CT?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: February 18, 2025
Access Health CT is Connecticut’s official health insurance marketplace, established to meet
the requirements of the Affordable Care Act, increase the number of insured residents in
Connecticut, promote positive health outcom... | Access Health CT is Connecticut’s official health insurance marketplace, established to meet the requirements of the Affordable Care Act, increase the number of insured residents in Connecticut, promote positive health outcomes, lower costs, and eliminate health disparities. At Access Health CT, you can shop, compare a... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | What is form 1099?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 17, 2023
Form 1099 is used to report types of taxable income other than wages, salaries and tips to the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Examples include:
•
Self-employment income
•
Social Security benefits paid
•
Proceeds from the sale ... | Form 1099 is used to report types of taxable income other than wages, salaries and tips to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Examples include: • Self-employment income • Social Security benefits paid • Proceeds from the sale of real estate • Dividends and/or Interest payments • Distributions from a retirement plan su... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | What is Transitional Medical Assistance (TMA)?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: October 25, 2024
Transitional Medical Assistance (TMA) is a program offered through the Connecticut
Department of Social Services (DSS). This program provides 12 months of extended medical
benefits to certain individuals w... | HUSKY A income eligibility for HUSKY A and are now over the income limit due to earnings is eligible for Transitional Medical Assistance (TMA), the Covered CT Program, or some other form of financial help to lower health insurance costs. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | What should I do if my tax return was rejected
for a missing Form 8962?
Written by Kecia Stauffer | Last published at: February 19, 2025
If you filed your federal tax return electronically and it was rejected for a missing Form 8962, you
may need to resubmit your federal tax return with a completed Form 8962 or ... | If you filed your federal tax return electronically and it was rejected for a missing Form 8962, you may need to resubmit your federal tax return with a completed Form 8962 or an explanation for why you are missing the form, and then attach it to the federal return when you refile. |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Why Has My Financial Help Changed?
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: November 06, 2024
You may have noticed that your monthly bill for health insurance changed. This could be due to
a change in the amount of financial help you qualify for. There are two types of financial help
you may qualify for: the ... | You may have noticed that your monthly bill for health insurance changed. This could be due to a change in the amount of financial help you qualify for. There are two types of financial help you may qualify for: the Premium Tax Credit (PTC), which you can take in advance (APTCs) or claim on your federal income tax retu... |
Continue the following text in a coherent and informative manner | Yearly Income Disclaimer
Written by Yessenia Milan | Last published at: March 02, 2021
Yearly Income Disclaimer (1).pdf
Yearly Income Disclaimer:
The following disclaimer appears in the Tax Status section of the application when you enter or
change your yearly income.
Make sure you understand how the Premium Ta... | Yearly Income Disclaimer: The disclaimer appears in the Tax Status section of the application when you enter or change your yearly income. Make sure you understand how the Premium Tax Credit works, and know that it is your responsibility to: • Report the correct annual income to Access Health CT. • Inform Access Health... |
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