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Access Health CT Announces Free Events to Help HUSKY Health Clients Affected by Medicaid Unwinding

These free, in-person events will take place in Litchfield, New Britain, Vernon and Willimantic

HARTFORD, Conn. (Aug. 30, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) can help eligible Connecticut residents enroll in HUSKY Health, the state’s Medicaid program, and Qualified Health Plans. To help residents understand the types of health coverage available to them, AHCT will host free, in-person enrollment fairs in September and October. Many HUSKY Health clients have been affected by “Medicaid Unwinding,” a term the federal government is using to describe the process of resuming reviewing households for Medicaid eligibility after a three-year break during the Public Health Emergency. The eligibility redetermination process resumed April 1 and HUSKY clients will be notified when it is their turn to enroll.

Connecticut residents that remain eligible for HUSKY Health will likely be automatically reenrolled; those that need to take action will receive mail with instructions.

Connecticut residents no longer eligible for HUSKY Health may become eligible for other no- or low-cost health coverage available through AHCT. Other options include the Covered Connecticut Program, which provides no-cost coverage for eligible residents, or a QHP, often available at a lower cost to residents if they qualify for subsidies. Those who need to choose a new health coverage option will have 120 days to enroll after the loss of Medicaid coverage but can contact AHCT or attend an event during the month their Medicaid coverage is ending to avoid a gap in coverage.

HUSKY Health clients who need assistance with the process or have questions can get help from an Enrollment Specialist at these upcoming enrollment fairs:

Walk-ins are welcome.

“If you have HUSKY coverage or don’t have health insurance, we can help. The Access Health CT enrollment process can help you see if you continue to qualify or have become eligible for HUSKY coverage or an insurance plan,” said Chief Executive Officer of Access Health CT, James Michel. “Stop by one of our events, and we’ll help you get the health coverage you need.”

For free help online, residents may visit AccessHealthCT.com. Live chat is available by clicking the “Live Chat” icon to connect with a customer service representative in real time. Live chat is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Residents may also contact the call center at 1-855-805-4325, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Help is available in over 100 languages. Customers who are deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call with a relay operator.

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Access Health CT Announces July And August Enrollment Fairs To Assist HUSKY Health Customers Affected By Medicaid Unwinding

These free, in-person events will take place in Bridgeport, East Hartford, Middletown and Torrington

HARTFORD, Conn. (June 27, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced it will host four free, in-person enrollment fairs in July and August to help HUSKY Health enrollees who have been affected by recent legislation. The events will take place in Bridgeport, East Hartford, Middletown and Torrington. HUSKY Health is Connecticut’s Medicaid program.

Medicaid Unwinding is a term the federal government is using to describe the process of resuming reviewing households for Medicaid eligibility after a three-year hiatus during the Public Health Emergency. The eligibility redetermination process resumed April 1.

Connecticut residents that remain eligible for HUSKY Health will likely be automatically reenrolled; those that need to take action will receive mail with instructions.

Connecticut residents no longer eligible for HUSKY Health may become eligible for other no- or low-cost health coverage available through AHCT. Other options include the Covered Connecticut Program, which provides no-cost coverage for eligible residents, or a Qualified Health Plan (QHP), often available at a lower cost to residents if they qualify for subsidies. Those who need to choose a new health coverage option will have 120 days to enroll after the loss of Medicaid coverage but can attend an event during the month their Medicaid coverage is ending to avoid a gap in coverage.

HUSKY Health customers who need assistance with the process or have questions can get help from an Enrollment Specialist at these enrollment fairs:

Walk-ins are welcome.

“Our team is ready to help HUSKY Health customers find out whether they can reenroll in Medicaid or should shop for an insurance plan through Access Health CT,” said Chief Executive Officer of Access Health CT, James Michel. “We are here to answer questions and address any concerns to help make this process as seamless as possible for Connecticut residents and ultimately to help them enroll in quality, affordable healthcare coverage.”

For free online help, residents may visit AccessHealthCT.com. Live chat is available by clicking the “Live Chat” icon to connect with a customer service representative in real-time. Live chat is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Residents may also contact the call center at 1-855-805-4325, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Help is available in over 100 languages. Customers who are deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call with a relay operator.

Access Health CT Announces June Enrollment Fairs to Assist HUSKY Health Customers Affected by Medicaid Unwinding

These free, in-person events will take place in Meriden, Norwich and Waterbury

HARTFORD, Conn. (May 24, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced it will host three free, in-person enrollment fairs in June to help HUSKY Health enrollees who have been affected by recent legislation. HUSKY Health is Connecticut’s Medicaid program. The events will take place in Meriden, Norwich and Waterbury.

Medicaid Unwinding is a term the federal government is using to describe the process of resuming the regular annual review of households for Medicaid eligibility after a three-year hiatus during COVID. The eligibility redetermination process resumed April 1. The Medicaid Unwinding process will be taking place over a 12-month period.

Connecticut residents who remain eligible for HUSKY Health will likely be automatically reenrolled; those who need to take action will receive mail with instructions about when they need to take action.

Connecticut residents who are no longer eligible for HUSKY Health may become eligible for other no-or low-cost health coverage available through AHCT. Other options include the Covered Connecticut Program, which provides no-cost coverage for eligible residents, or a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) through AHCT, which is often available at a lower cost to residents if they qualify for subsidies. Those that need to choose a new health coverage option may enroll before the end of their Medicaid coverage to avoid a gap in coverage, and also will have 120 days to enroll after the loss of Medicaid coverage.

HUSKY Health customers who need assistance with the process or have questions can get help from an Enrollment Specialist at these enrollment fairs:

Walk-ins are welcome.

“HUSKY Health customers can get all the assistance they need to determine whether they can reenroll in Medicaid or should shop for an insurance plan through Access Health CT,” said Chief Executive Officer of Access Health CT, James Michel. “Our goal is to avoid any coverage gaps for Connecticut residents, and we’re here to help every step of the way.”

For free online help, residents may visit AccessHealthCT.com. Live chat is available by clicking the “Live Chat” icon to connect with a customer service representative in real-time. Live chat is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

As of May 22, call center hours have been expanded. Residents may contact the call center at 1-855-805-4325, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Help is available in over 100 languages. Customers who are deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call with a relay operator.

Access Health CT Small Business and the MetroHartford Alliance Announce the Inaugural Connecticut Small Business Summit

This one-day event for small business owners will take place June 13

HARTFORD, Conn. (May 18, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) Small Business and the MetroHartford Alliance today announced the first Connecticut Small Business Summit, which will take place Tuesday, June 13 at the Sheraton Hartford South Hotel in Rocky Hill from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is a free event. To register, visit CTSmallBusinessSummit.com.

Join other small business owners at the Connecticut Small Business Summit, an innovative one-day event full of engaging opportunities to discuss current trends and challenges small businesses face and ways these things can be addressed. Attendees will gain direct access to consultants on various topics from tax credits to health and wellness through panel discussions and one-on-one sessions. This event will feature two keynote speakers: Governor Ned Lamont and Entrepreneur Gina Luari, CEO and Founder of The Statement Group, which is the only female-owned and-led restaurant group in the state. Her popular restaurants include The Place 2 Be and RAW*.

The Summit will include two panel breakout sessions covering four areas directly affecting small businesses: balance sheet management, marketing and community impact, tax credits, grants and government programs and health and wellness management. Free breakfast and lunch will be served, and the event concludes with a speed networking vendor expo.

“We are thrilled to partner with MetroHartford Alliance on the first-ever Connecticut Small Business Summit,” said John Carbone, Access Health CT Director of Small Business and Product Development. “We strongly encourage small business owners in the state to join us for this one-of-a-kind event, which will give them the opportunity to network and learn about valuable resources available to them that will benefit them and their employees.

“Access Health CT Small Business is dedicated to being a partner to Connecticut small businesses,” he continued. “We saw this as a perfect opportunity to join with MetroHartford Alliance to present this event that will help these businesses get access to information and guidance in a range of areas from trusted business owners and leaders.”

“The MetroHartford Alliance is thrilled to help convene a diverse community of thinkers and doers at the Connecticut Small Business Summit,” said David Griggs, MetroHartford Alliance President and CEO. “Sharing experiences and knowledge is paramount for supporting business owners as they navigate the challenging path of business growth.”

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Access Health CT Announces Request For Proposals From Seasoned Brokers To Serve As Mentors

The deadline to apply is May 1

HARTFORD, Conn. (April 20, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced a request for proposals from health and life insurance brokers to mentor incoming professionals to the field. This five-month mentorship is part of AHCT’s 2023 Broker Academy Program. For details, click here. The deadline to apply to be a mentor is May 1.

The Broker Academy creates a pathway to license health insurance brokers by recruiting from, and building the skillsets of, those who live and work in historically underserved communities throughout Connecticut. The program, now in its second year, was created as part of AHCT’s mission to increase the rate of the insured and reduce health disparities in the state.

Individual brokers, brokerages and agencies are eligible to apply to be mentors. Brokers who serve as mentors in this program will have access to prospective clients in untapped areas of the state and the opportunity to recruit trained brokers to their agencies. Brokers also have the chance to expand their professional network by participating in AHCT pre-open enrollment outreach events.

To be considered for a Broker Academy mentor role, brokers must commit to mentoring from August 1 to December 31, be certified (or willing to become certified) through AHCT’s independent broker program, maintain an office and have space available to host a student in a professional setting and have three or more years of broker business experience.

Mentors will train students how to conduct a sales presentation, how to compare plans for clients, how to conduct sales calls and more. Student brokers will be in the office or conducting agency business for at least seven hours per week, and the mentor will provide at least three hours of direct instruction to the student broker per week.

“This is a great way for brokers to serve as a guide to someone new to the field,” said Access Health CT Chief Executive Officer James Michel. “It’s a chance for established brokers to be part of the important work of eliminating health disparities in our state, while at the same time an opportunity to increase their client portfolio.” 

Responses to the request for proposals are due May 1 by 4 p.m.

ACCESS HEALTH CT ANNOUNCES REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FROM SEASONED BROKERS TO SERVE AS MENTORS



The deadline to apply is May 1

HARTFORD, Conn. (April 20, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced a request for proposals from health and life insurance brokers to mentor incoming professionals to the field. This five-month mentorship is part of AHCT’s 2023 Broker Academy Program. For details, click here. The deadline to apply to be a mentor is May 1.

The Broker Academy creates a pathway to license health insurance brokers by recruiting from, and building the skillsets of, those who live and work in historically underserved communities throughout Connecticut. The program, now in its second year, was created as part of AHCT’s mission to increase the rate of the insured and reduce health disparities in the state.

Individual brokers, brokerages and agencies are eligible to apply to be mentors. Brokers who serve as mentors in this program will have access to prospective clients in untapped areas of the state and the opportunity to recruit trained brokers to their agencies. Brokers also have the chance to expand their professional network by participating in AHCT pre-open enrollment outreach events.

To be considered for a Broker Academy mentor role, brokers must commit to mentoring from August 1 to December 31, be certified (or willing to become certified) through AHCT’s independent broker program, maintain an office and have space available to host a student in a professional setting and have three or more years of broker business experience.

Mentors will train students how to conduct a sales presentation, how to compare plans for clients, how to conduct sales calls and more. Student brokers will be in the office or conducting agency business for at least seven hours per week, and the mentor will provide at least three hours of direct instruction to the student broker per week.

“This is a great way for brokers to serve as a guide to someone new to the field,” said Access Health CT Chief Executive Officer James Michel. “It’s a chance for established brokers to be part of the important work of eliminating health disparities in our state, while at the same time an opportunity to increase their client portfolio.” 

Responses to the request for proposals are due May 1 by 4 p.m.

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Deadline to Submit Access Health CT Broker Academy Applications Extended Through April 30

HARTFORD, Conn. (April 10, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced the deadline to apply for the 2023 Broker Academy Program is extended to April 30. To apply for the program, click here.

The Broker Academy creates a pathway to license health insurance brokers by recruiting from, and building the skillsets of, those who live and work in historically underserved communities throughout Connecticut. The program was created as part of AHCT’s mission to increase the rate of the insured and reduce health disparities in the state.

Program applicants must be 18 years or older, hold a high school diploma or GED, have 1-3 letters of recommendation and have community service experience. The Broker Academy is open to all Connecticut residents and preference will be given to applicants who reside or work in underserved areas.

Accepted Broker Academy students will receive free training, a five-month mentorship with an experienced broker, professional development and program support. Weekly training sessions for program readiness will be held in May and in-person classes begin June 5.

“This new deadline gives people more time to apply to the Broker Academy,” said Access Health CT Chief Executive Officer James Michel. “Connecticut residents in underserved communities need access to trusted brokers and information to help them enroll in a health insurance plan. The Broker Academy will train and license people who can then serve as a resource in these areas of the state.”

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Connecticut Department of Social Services and Access Health CT Announce Plan For Medicaid Unwinding

Agencies share plan to address HUSKY Health eligibility, redeterminations and enrollment actions

The Department of Social Services (DSS) and Access Health CT (AHCT) today shared a comprehensive 12-month operational and outreach plan to redetermine eligibility for HUSKY Health enrollees and resume routine public program operations. HUSKY Health is Connecticut’s Medicaid program.

Prior to the pandemic, annual redeterminations of eligibility for the Medicaid program occurred on a monthly basis during the year and terminations were processed for individuals no longer eligible for the program. During the pandemic, the termination process was paused. The federal government passed legislation, known as the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, that now requires the monthly redeterminations to begin again as of March 31.

“Medicaid Unwinding” is a term the federal government is using to describe the process of reviewing households for Medicaid eligibility. Unwinding efforts will include steps to ensure an efficient transition back to standard operations with a focus on preventing gaps in health coverage.

To help reduce the volume of Connecticut residents impacted at once, the Medicaid Unwinding period will be spread over 12 months, beginning March 31, 2023, and ending in March 2024. Each month, DSS will send a notice in the mail to Medicaid clients who will be redetermined for eligibility. In most cases, Medicaid clients are expected to continue to be eligible for the program. Less than a quarter of the approximately 434,000 Connecticut residents being redetermined are expected to no longer be eligible, and DSS and AHCT have a plan.

Those that remain eligible for Medicaid will likely be automatically reenrolled in the program through a passive renewal process, which does not require any action from the client. Those that will need to take action will receive mail with instructions.

HUSKY A and D members that need to take action to be reenrolled in health coverage will visit AccessHealthCT.com to update an application or call at 1-855-805-4325. Customers who are deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call with a relay operator. HUSKY C members will renew online with DSS or by calling 1-855-626-6632. Once the renewal is completed, clients will be notified of the outcome, including if they are eligible for HUSKY Health coverage or if they qualify for another program.

Connecticut residents that are no longer eligible for HUSKY Health may become eligible for other no- or low-cost health coverage available through AHCT. Other options include the Covered Connecticut Program, which provides no-cost coverage for eligible residents, or a Qualified Health Plan (QHP), that is often available at a lower cost to residents if they qualify for subsidies. Those that need to choose a new health coverage option will have 120 days to enroll after the loss of Medicaid coverage.

Access Health CT will be hosting free, in-person events to help Connecticut residents with the enrollment process. Those in need of help can also visit AccessHealthCT.com and chat with a customer service representative online or phone a call center for personal assistance in over 100 languages.

“Along with our partner Access Health CT and other key community stakeholders, we have been preparing for the public health emergency unwinding. Through extensive outreach and internal preparations, including adding more members to our benefits teams to meet the growing need that unwinding will generate, our priority is to make sure all communities throughout the state have access to the information and support they need to understand how the unwinding will affect them and their families,” said Andrea Barton-Reeves, Commissioner Designee for the CT Department of Social Services.  

“We have been preparing for the Medicaid Unwinding for over a year and have collaborated with all departments to establish the most effective outreach and administrative plan to ensure that our most vulnerable populations are well-informed and avoid any coverage gaps,” said James Michel, Chief Executive Officer of Access Health CT.

DSS and AHCT have also developed a Medicaid Unwinding operational plan to address outstanding eligibility and enrollment actions efficiently, enable a sustainable distribution of renewals and ensure timely processing of new applications and eligibility actions. The DSS and AHCT call center has increased the number of their customer service representatives available throughout the year to support the elevated renewal application activity for HUSKY A and D renewals.

DSS and AHCT encourage Medicaid clients to check for updates online at HUSKY Health and also routinely check for mail from DSS and AHCT. Members can also update their contact information by visiting DSS online and AHCT online or by calling the AHCT call center. Updated contact information is particularly important to ensure Medicaid clients receive their mail notices, especially if their addresses have changed at any time in the last three years. 

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Deadline to Submit Access Health CT Broker Academy Applications Is Approaching

The deadline to apply for this free, career-building program is March 31

Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced the deadline to apply for the 2023 Broker Academy Program is March 31. To apply for the Program, click here.

The Broker Academy creates a pathway to license health insurance brokers by recruiting from, and building the skillsets of, those who live and work in historically underserved communities throughout Connecticut. The Program was created as part of AHCT’s mission to increase the rate of the insured and reduce health disparities in the state.

Program applicants must be 18 years or older, hold a high school diploma or GED, have 1-3 letters of recommendation and have community service experience. The Broker Academy is open to all Connecticut residents and preference will be given to applicants who reside or work in underserved areas.

Accepted Broker Academy students will receive free training, a five-month mentorship with an experienced broker, professional development and program support. Weekly training sessions for program readiness will be held in May and in-person classes begin June 5.

“There is only one week left to apply to the Broker Academy,” said Access Health CT Chief Executive Officer James Michel. “This program is a great opportunity for those considering their first career or looking to make a career change, and a chance to positively impact the communities they serve as a broker.”

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Access Health CT Announces Applications are Now Open for 2023 Broker Academy

The Program, now in its second year, is open to all Connecticut residents  

HARTFORD, Conn. (Feb. 27, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Broker Academy Program. Click here for the application.

The Broker Academy, now in its second year, creates a pathway to license health insurance brokers by recruiting from, and building the skillsets of, those who live and work in historically underserved communities throughout Connecticut. The Program was created as part of AHCT’s mission-driven approach to reduce health disparities and drive change within underserved communities.

The Program is open to all Connecticut residents. Applicants must be 18 years or older, hold a high school diploma or GED, have 1-3 letters of recommendation and have community service experience. Preference will be given to applicants who reside or work in underserved areas.

Accepted Broker Academy candidates will receive free training, a five-month apprenticeship with an experienced broker, professional development and program support. Weekly training sessions for program readiness will be held in May and in-person classes begin June 5.

“We encourage anyone who is interested in a career in this growing field to apply,” said Access Health CT Chief Executive Officer James Michel. “We are looking for driven candidates who are eager to build relationships within under-insured communities in the state, with people who need better access to trusted brokers and resources.”

AHCT is hosting free virtual Broker Academy information sessions. The remaining sessions will take place March 7 and March 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. To register, click here.

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Access Health CT Announces Launch Of 2023 Broker Academy

HARTFORD, Conn. (Feb. 27, 2023) — Access Health CT (AHCT) today announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Broker Academy Program. Click here for the application.

The Broker Academy, now in its second year, creates a pathway to license health insurance brokers by recruiting from, and building the skillsets of, those who live and work in historically underserved communities throughout Connecticut. The Program was created as part of AHCT’s mission-driven approach to reduce health disparities and drive change within underserved communities.

The Program is open to all Connecticut residents. Applicants must be 18 years or older, hold a high school diploma or GED, have 1-3 letters of recommendation and have community service experience. Preference will be given to applicants who reside or work in underserved areas.

Accepted Broker Academy candidates will receive free training, a five-month apprenticeship with an experienced broker, professional development and program support. Weekly training sessions for program readiness will be held in May and in-person classes begin June 5.

“We encourage anyone who is interested in a career in this growing field to apply,” said Access Health CT Chief Executive Officer James Michel. “We are looking for driven candidates who are eager to build relationships within under-insured communities in the state, with people who need better access to trusted brokers and resources.”

AHCT is hosting free virtual Broker Academy information sessions. The remaining sessions will take place March 7 and March 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. To register, click here.