AN ACT CONCERNING PEER SUPPORT SERVICES UNDER THE MEDICAID PROGRAM.

Summary

The bill adds peer support services to Connecticut’s Medicaid program, allowing certified peer support specialists to be paid for helping individuals recover from mental illness or substance use disorders. It directs the Commissioner of Social Services to update the Medicaid state plan and to submit a report by August 2027 on how many specialists are reimbursed, how many enrollees they serve, and any outcome data. The goal is to expand recovery‑focused care for Medicaid recipients.

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