The HUSKY A program includes medicines, also called a Pharmacy Benefit. Most drugs that need a prescription are covered. Some medicines that you can buy “off the shelf” are also covered when your doctor writes a prescription for them.

If you have questions about your HUSKY Pharmacy Benefit, you can get answers.

• Talk to your pharmacist.
• Call the Pharmacy Benefit Customer Call Center toll free at 1-866-409-8430 or local at 860-269-2031. Lines are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except holidays).
• Go to www.ctdssmap.com. Click on Pharmacy Information.

Please call the Pharmacy Benefits Customer Center to:

• Find a drugstore near you that participates in HUSKY.
• See if a certain drug or medical item is covered.
• Work with your drugstore to help you get your medicine.
• Tell them your questions or concerns.

HUSKY doctors must prescribe generic drugs when they are available. If the doctor believes you need a brand name drug that does have a generic available, they can ask for special permission. There are certain drugs, called preferred drugs that your doctor must prescribe. Your doctor will need special permission to prescribe a non-preferred drug.

You cannot get a refill on your medicine until you have used 75% of your prescription. Sometimes, depending on your health, your doctor can ask for special permission for you to get your refill sooner.

Your medicines are filled by in-state pharmacies that are enrolled in the CT Medical Assistance Programs. If you will be traveling out of state, let your pharmacy know. They will ask for early refills so you have enough medicine while you are out of the state.

• Early refills due to traveling are available once every six months.
• Be sure to let your provider know in advance when you will be traveling.

The Pharmacy Benefit does not cover the following types of drugs.

• Drugs used to quit smoking.
• Drugs to treat sexual problems.
• Drugs to treat cosmetic conditions.
• Drugs to treat obesity.
• Experimental drugs.
• Fertility Drugs.
• Free shots from the Department of Health.
• Drugs that are ineffective.

HUSKY A members do not have to pay for their medications. To access your Pharmacy benefits you will need to provide your CONNECT card to the pharmacy in order to get medications.