State HUSKY A and B for Children

Written by Access Health CT | Published March 17th, 2023 | Updated March 17th, 2023

Starting January 1, 2023, Connecticut is offering two new state-funded health coverage programs for children. These programs provide coverage for uninsured children ages 0-12 who cannot enroll in regular HUSKY A (Medicaid) or HUSKY B (Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)) because they are undocumented immigrants. You can find the annual and monthly income limits on the Department of Social Services’ (DSS) website under How to Qualify.  

For more information about these programs, visit the Department of Social Services website for Frequently Asked Questions.


How to Enroll

You must enroll by phone or paper application; there is no online enrollment at this time. We strongly encourage applying by phone to get an immediate decision about qualifying for HUSKY coverage. 

  • Call Access Health CT at 18558054325 (If you are deaf or hearing impaired, you may use TTY at 1‐855‐789‐2428 or call with a relay operator)
  • Request a paper application be mailed to you by calling Access Health CT or by visiting a DSS service center in-person. Visit www.ct.gov/dss/fieldoffices to find a service center near you

 

Other Options for Residents

 Lawfully present immigrants may be eligible for other types of coverage through Access Health CT. Click here to learn more.