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

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. This will allow Connecticut to accept support from neighboring states and will continue the state’s collaborative, regional approach to combating COVID-19. 

Practitioners should note that until further executive action is taken, these practitioners are not able to prescribe controlled substances. This is currently being worked on by the administration. 

The order by Commissioner Coleman-Mitchell does not change insurance coverage or insurance networks. Please check with your insurance carrier in regard to whether a practitioner is covered