CT SB00067

Repeals and replaces Section 17b-311 establishing the Charter Oak Health Plan for uninsured state residents who have been without insurance for at least six months and are ineligible for other publicly funded health plans, effective July 1, 2010

Authorizes the Commissioner of Social Services to impose cost-sharing requirements including monthly premiums, up to $1,000 annual deductibles, up to 20% coinsurance, tiered prescription drug copayments, and a $1 million lifetime benefit cap

Provides premium assistance to eligible residents with gross annual income up to 300% of federal poverty level, ranging from $175/month (below 150% poverty level) to $50/month (235-300% poverty level)

Prohibits preexisting condition exclusions and requires insurers to provide coverage for medically necessary treatment if participants have not exceeded their lifetime benefit limit

Allows the Commissioner to contract with health care centers, federally qualified health center consortia, and other provider consortia to deliver comprehensive health care services under the plan