State Government Insurance Programs Offered

Medical Expense Deduction Program

602-417-4000 800-352-8401

Provides medical coverage for individuals who do not qualify for other AHCCCS programs due to income. May be eligible if they have medical expenses in the month of application (or the previous month) that reduce their monthly income to 40% FPL

Pre-existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP)

866-717-5826

The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance aims to provide health insurance to those who have difficulties getting coverage because of a pre-existing condition ( those that have shopped for Arizona health insurance quotes know how difficult this can be ). Coverage includes a wide range of benefits which includes hospital care, primary care, specialty care, and prescription drugs. Eligibility: 1. Must be a U.S. resident living in Arizona. 2. Must be uninsured for at least six months. 3. Must have a qualified pre-existing health condition.

AHCCCS – Arzona Health Care Cost Containment System

602-417-4000 800-654-8713

Benefits for this plan include preventive care, doctor’s visits, hospital services, emergency care, lab and x-rays, surgery, dialysis, podiatry, behavioral health services, family planning, maternal care, annual well-woman exams, immunizations, physical exams, specialist care, and prescription drugs for non-Medicare recipients. Children under the age of 21 also receive dental, vision, hearing services, and Early and Periodic Diagnosis and Treatment (EPDST).

KidsCare

877-764-5437 602-417-5437

This plan is intended for children who belong to low-income families but are not eligible for Medicaid coverage. This plan is intended for children under the age 19.

Well Woman Health Check Program

888-257-8502

This plan is designed to assist low-income women without Arizona health insurance or is underinsured cervical cancer screening, and diagnostic tests, which include: mammograms, clinical breast exams, Pap smear, pelvic exams, ultrasounds, and biopsies. If the results indicate an abnormality, the attending physician will make the necessary referrals.

Baby Arizona

800-833-4642

This plan gives pregnant women an easier and faster access to AHCCcS. Eligibility: -Resident of Arizona -Have very little to no income

Indian Health Services

Navajo 928-871-4811 Phoenix Area 602-364-5179 Tucson Area 520-295-2405

Indian Health Service (IHS) provides medical and public health services to American Indians and Alaska Natives. IHS provides a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services through health facilities which include hospitals, health centers, field clinics located near population centers. Eligibility Members of a Federally recognized Tribe are eligible for IHS health services. You may qualify if you are not excluded by law, and: 1. Are of Indian and/or Alaska Native descent; or 2. Are an Indian of Canadian or Mexican origin; or 3. Are a non-Indian pregnant woman carrying an eligible Indian’s child. Coverage can be up to 6 weeks post partum; or 4. Are a non-Indian who belongs to an eligible Indian’s household and the medical officer decides that services are needed for public health safety.

Medicare

800-633-4227

This health care system is administered by the federal government and provides health insurance coverage to Americans aged 65 and above or those younger than 65 but have a disability or end-stage renal disease. Coverage has four parts: Part A: provides inpatient care in hospitals and rehabilitative centers. Part B: provides doctor and some preventive services and outpatient care. Part C: provides Medicare benefits through Medicare Advantage. Part D: provides prescription drug coverge. Eligibility: 1. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident. 2. Must be 65 years or older, with you or your spouse having worked in a Medicare-covered employment for at least ten years; or have a qualified disability or end-stage renal disease, regardless of age.