Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) is the state agency that administers Medicaid and a range of public assistance programs for older adults, people with disabilities, and families. Every state has an equivalent Medicaid agency, though the name varies by state.
Definition
The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) is the state agency that administers Medicaid and a range of public assistance programs for older adults, people with disabilities, and families. Every state has an equivalent Medicaid agency, though the name varies by state.
Why it matters
For dual eligible and Medicaid patients, the state Medicaid agency determines eligibility and administers benefits that coordinate with Medicare, affecting coverage and cost-sharing.
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