GOVERNMENT HEALTH INSURANCE

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) (Arizona State Medicaid) 602-417-7000/1-800-962-6690 provides low or no cost medical coverage programs to eligible Arizonans. To participate in these Health Care Programs, individuals must be U.S. citizens or qualified immigrants.

Other Helpful Information:

• AHCCCS (Arizona State Medicaid) and KidsCare Applications are available on-line.
• You may also apply for medical assistance with the Department of Economic Security, Family Assistance Administration at 1-800-352-8401. The same application may be used to apply for cash assistance and food stamps.
• Arizona Self Help also allows Arizonans to Pre-Screen for eligibility to AHCCCS and other programs. Benefits Check-up allows senior citizens to pre-screen for eligibility to AHCCCS (State Medicaid) and other programs.
• The Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) at 602-417-4000 (in Maricopa County) and 1-800-654-8713 (in all other AZ counties) provides coverage to eligible senior citizens in Arizona.