Effective January 1, 2015, the Department of Social Services expanded its coverage of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluation and treatment services for Medicaid enrolled members (HUSKY A, C, or D) under the age of 21 for whom ASD services are medically necessary.
Level of Care Guidelines
Provider Resources
- ASD Service Request Template
- Becoming an ASD State Plan Provider
- ASD Release of Information (ROI) Document (English)
- ASD Release of Information (ROI) Document (Spanish)
- ASD State Plan Provider Qualification Outline
- ASD Waiver Outline
- State Plan Autism Services CPT Codes
Manuals
Upcoming Events
Previous Events
ASD Learning Collaborative: Best Practices in Service Delivery
The Connecticut Behavioral Health Partnership (CT BHP), in collaboration with the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) team at Carelon Behavioral Health CT (Carelon BH CT) is pleased to announce an ASD Provider Learning Collaborative. This collaborative aims to promote best practices in delivering ASD services to HUSKY Health(Medicaid) members, which includes:
- Providing services through telehealth or in-person settings, especially focusing on caregiver involvement.
- Creating a consistent approach for accepting service referrals.
- Highlighting the need for discharge forms that include clinical recommendations when referring members for Care Coordination.
- Ensuring that service authorization is based on the member’s clinical needs, with billing reflecting the actual hours of service provided to the member and their family.
Before the collaborative begins, please review the relevant policies and bulletins regarding the ASD State Plan Services. ASD Learning Collaborative Materials
ASD LEARNING COLLABORATIVE: BEST PRACTICES IN QUALITY ASSURANCE & AUDIT PROTOCOLS
The Connecticut Behavioral Health Partnership (CT BHP) in collaboration with the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) team at Carelon Behavioral Health CT (Carelon BH CT) is pleased to announce an ASD Provider Learning Collaborative. This collaborative will focus on ensuring best practices when providing ASD services to HUSKY Health members, including the Carelon BH CT chart review process, the Department of Social Services (DSS) Audit protocol and regulations, and standards of care presented by the Autism Commission on Quality. This collaborative will include representation from the Department of Children and Families (DCF), the Department of Social Services (DSS), the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Gainwell Technologies and Carelon BH CT.
ASD LEARNING COLLABORATIVE: BECOMING AN ASD PROVIDER
The Connecticut Behavioral Health Partnership (CT BHP) in collaboration with the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) team at Carelon Behavioral Health CT (Carelon BH CT) is pleased to announce an ASD Provider Learning Collaborative. This learning collaborative will focus on becoming an ASD Enrolled Provider, including steps toward qualification, enrollment, and affiliation. The presentation will also include guidance on re-enrollment. This Learning Collaborative will include representation from the Department of Children & Families (DCF), the Department of Social Services (DSS), the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Gainwell Technologies, and Carelon BH CT.
THE INTEGRATION OF TREATMENT FOR NEURODIVERSE YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS
Friday, December 8, 2023
This virtual professional forum explores the integration of treatment for neurodiverse youth and young adults. This presentation will examine neurodiversity, the diagnoses of intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder, and eligibility criteria for services provided by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS). It will also review inclusive and sensitive treatment approaches for this population and present a personal story touching on mental health,
autism, and a life of advocacy.
Bulletins
2024
- Addendum to Medicaid Provider Enrollment and Re-enrollment Process
(PB 2024-58)
To: Autism Waiver Service Providers - Interim Payment Request Process for Providers Temporarily Unable to Submit Claims Due to Cyber Attack
(PB 2024-24)
To: CT BHP Providers
2023
- Veyo Transition to MTM
(PB 2023-61)
To: CT BHP Providers - New Guidance for Services Rendered via Telehealth under the Connecticut Medical Assistance Program (CMAP)
(PB 2023-38)
To: CT BHP Providers - Process Update for Administrative Denials Related to Autism Spectrum Disorder Authorizations
(PN 2023-18)
To: CT BHP Autism Spectrum Disorder Service Providers
2022
- Autism Waiver Addition of Nutrition Services
(PB 2022-108)
To: Autism Waiver Service Providers and Home Health Agencies - Autism Waiver Addition of Nutrition Services
(PB 2022-108)
To: Autism Waiver Service Providers and Home Health Agencies - Clarification on Office-Based Care
(PB 2022-61)
To: CT BHP Autism Spectrum Disorder Providers
2021
- System Enhancements – 4 Digit Authorization Line- START DATE 9/15/21
(PA 2021-08)
To: CT BHP Autism Spectrum Disorder Providers - POSTPONED START DATE- System Enhancements – 4 Digit Authorization Line
(PA 2021-06)
To: CT BHP Autism Spectrum Disorder Providers - System Enhancements – 4 Digit Authorization Line
(PA 2021-05)
CT BHP Autism Spectrum Disorder Providers - Re-Qualification Process for CMAP ASD Providers
(PA 2021-01)
CT BHP Autism Spectrum Disorder Providers
2020
- CMAP COVID-19 Response – Bulletin 31: Updated Synchronized Telemedicine (Audio and Video) Services – for Autism Spectrum Disorder Providers
(PB 2020-47)
(Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Providers) - Performing Providers Required for Autism Specialist Groups
(PB 2020-08) - CTBHP Office Closure
(PN 2020-02)
(CT BHP Closure – Holiday Observance)
