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CT Covid-19 Knowledge Base

• Will my child still be able to graduate school on time?

  4/7/2020

  The Commissioner of Education has received the authority to temporarily waive any requirements he deems necessary to address the impact of COVID-19 and school class cancellations. Please check with your local school system for specific information.

  EducationOfficial Guidelines

• I have a loved one in a nursing home. I’m worried about their nursing home closing and them getting transferred to another facility. What do I do?

  4/7/2020

  Patients have one year following an initial transfer from the closing facility to transfer to a nursing home more preferential to the patient.

  Families and childrenHealthcareOfficial Guidelines

• I have some crucial needs I need to take care of with my town / county government. How do I get a vital record or handle budget / taxation needs during the emergency COVID-19 response?

  4/7/2020

  In March, Governor Lamont issued Executive Orders 7I, 7L, and 7S, which affects municipal processes.

  GovernmentOfficial Guidelines

• I heard that Congress passed additional legislation to respond to the Coronavirus crisis and offer help to small businesses. What help is available to the business owner?

  4/6/2020

  The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act” or the “CARES Act” provides emergency assistance and health care response

  BusinessesGovernmentAssistance and Relief

• I have a dental appointment/ I am a dentist. Are dental offices required to close during the business shutdown?

  4/6/2020

  The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that dentists nationwide postpone elective procedures,

  BusinessesHealthcareOfficial GuidelinesSafety

• Can barbershops and salons sell products for curbside pickup?

  4/6/2020

  Yes. These businesses may sell products for curbside pickup in the same way that non-essential retail operations are allowed to, but can provide no services on site, whether inside or outside.

  BusinessesOfficial GuidelinesSafety

• I am covered by HUSKY Health. Can I seek care out of state?

  4/6/2020

  Historically, individuals and families covered by HUSKY Health were required to seek care within the HUSKY network within Connecticut.

  HealthcareOfficial Guidelines

• Can I leave my house to go shopping or go to work during the state’s coronavirus response?

  4/6/2020

  Yes. You may travel freely and as needed for the purposes of caring for yourself and your family.

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• I have Medicare Part D but I am worried about affording my co-pay. What should I do?

  4/6/2020

  The answer depends on whether you qualify for Medicare only, or have both Medicare and Medicaid (in Connecticut, called HUSKY Health) coverage.

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• Can physicians who are licensed out of state provide medical care in Connecticut during the Coronavirus crisis?

  4/6/2020

  Department of Public Health Commissioner Renée D. Coleman-Mitchell has signed an order permitting the temporary suspension of the requirements for licensure, registration, or certification in a number of medical professions for those who have the appropriate credentials in another state.

  HealthcareOfficial Guidelines