Arizona’s Medical Assistance Program
Contents
- What is Arizona’s Medical Assistance Program?
- How does the program work?
- Who is eligible for the program?
- What are the benefits of the program?
- How to apply for the program?
- What are the requirements for the program?
- What are the income limits for the program?
- How long does the program last?
- What are the renewal requirements for the program?
- What happens if I move out of state?
Arizona’s medical assistance Program provides health care coverage for low-income residents. Eligibility is based on income and other factors.
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What is Arizona’s Medical Assistance Program?
Arizona’s Medical Assistance Program provides health care coverage for low-income adults and children. The program is jointly funded by the federal and state governments, and is administered by the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Medical assistance benefits include doctor visits, hospitalization, prescriptions, vision and hearing care, and more. Eligibility for the program is based on income, assets, and other factors.
How does the program work?
The Medical assistance program is a federally and state funded program that provides medical coverage to low-income households in the state of Arizona. The program is designed to provide access to basic medical care for those who would otherwise be unable to afford it. Households that meet the eligibility requirements are able to enroll in the program and receive coverage for a wide range of medical services.
In order to be eligible for the Medical Assistance program, households must meet certain income and resource requirements. In general, households must have an income that is at or below 133% of the federal poverty level. Additionally, households must not have resources (such as cash or bank accounts) that exceed $5,000.
Once a household has been determined to be eligible for the program, they will be required to pay a monthly premium for their coverage. The amount of the premium will vary based on household size and income. However, no household will be required to pay more than 5% of their monthly income towards their premium.
Medical services that are covered by the Medical Assistance program include doctors visits, hospital stays, prescription drugs, mental health services, and more. For a complete list of covered services, please visit our website or contact our office.
Who is eligible for the program?
The Arizona Medical Assistance Program (AMP) provides health care coverage for low-income individuals and families who meet program eligibility requirements. Coverage is provided through a managed care system, with enrollees receiving services from a network of participating providers.
In order to be eligible for AMP coverage, applicants must meet certain income and asset criteria. Household income must not exceed 133% of the federal poverty level, and applicants must not have assets totaling more than $5,000 (excluding a primary residence and one vehicle). Pregnant women, children under the age of 19, and adults aged 65 or older are also eligible for coverage, regardless of income or assets.
What are the benefits of the program?
The medical assistance program provides many benefits to those who qualify. Some of the benefits include free or low-cost medical care, prescription drugs, mental health services, and more.
How to apply for the program?
There are a few ways to apply for Arizona’s Medical Assistance program. You can apply online, in person, or over the phone.
If you’d like to apply online, you can do so through the state’s website. To apply in person, you can go to your local Department of Economic Security office. To apply over the phone, you can call 1-855-432-7587.
What are the requirements for the program?
To be eligible for the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System program (AHCCCS), also known as Arizona’s Medicaid program, you must be:
-A resident of Arizona
-A U.S. national, citizen, legal alien or permanent resident
-In need of health care/insurance assistance
-Either have low income and few assets, or be pregnant, blind, have a disability, be age 65 or older, or a child
What are the income limits for the program?
In order to qualify for the Arizona Medical Assistance Program, your household income must be at or below the following limits:
-For a household of one, your income must be at or below $16,754.
-For a household of two, your income must be at or below $22,695.
-For a household of three, your income must be at or below $28,636.
-For a household of four, your income must be at or below $34,577.
-For a household of five, your income must be at or below $40,518.
-For a household of six, your income must be at or below $46,459.
-For a household of seven, your income must be at or below $52,400.
-For a household of eight, your income must be at or below 58,341.
How long does the program last?
Arizona’s Medical Assistance Program (MAP) provides health care coverage for low-income Arizonans who meet certain eligibility requirements. Coverage under the program is typically temporary, and enrollees may reapply for coverage periodically. However, the program does not provide coverage for everyone who qualifies, and there is no guarantee that coverage will be renewed for those who do qualify.
What are the renewal requirements for the program?
To renew your eligibility for the program, you must:
-Be a resident of Arizona
-Be a U.S. citizen or national, or have a qualified immigration status
-Have a household income at or below the federal poverty level
-Not be currently enrolled in another state’s Medicaid program
What happens if I move out of state?
You will need to notify the AHCCCS Eligibility Office of your move and provide your new address and telephone number. If you move to another state, you may be eligible for that state’s medical assistance program. You should contact the medical assistance office in the state where you are moving to find out if you qualify.