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What is Kids Care through AHCCCS?

What is Kids Care through AHCCCS?

AHCCCS offers health insurance through KidsCare for eligible children (under age 19) who are not eligible for other AHCCCS health insurance. For those who qualify, there are monthly premiums.

How long can a child stay on AHCCCS?

If you or your child’s other parent can get employer-sponsored coverage, your child can be on that plan until turning 26. If employer-sponsored coverage is not available, your child may get help paying for individual coverage on Healthcare.gov if household income is 138% of FPG or higher.

Does Arizona have Medicaid for children?

Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide no-cost or low-cost health coverage for eligible children in Arizona. These programs provide health coverage for children so that they can get routine check-ups, immunizations and dental care to keep them healthy.

Does AZ KidCare cover dental?

Checkups and dental care are covered for members up to age 21. Exams and cleanings every six months help teeth and gums stay strong and healthy. If there is a dental problem that needs to be fixed, that’s covered as well.

Does Phoenix children’s Hospital accept AHCCCS?

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) is requesting approval of the continuation of the Safety Net Care Pool (SNCP) in Special Term and Condition (STC) 26 only for Phoenix Children’s Hospital as the single participating entity.

Will AHCCCS cover braces?

AHCCCS (Medicaid) has no out-of-pocket expenses ( for children) with some rare exceptions. The most common reason an AHCCCS child’s parents may need to pay something is for extractions needed for braces. AHCCCS won’t cover a non-medically necessary treatment. to learn more please see the AHCCCS website.

Does AHCCCS cover abortion?

Abortion is only covered by certain health plans if the woman’s life is endangered or her health is severely compromised. AHCCCS does NOT provide coverage for medically necessary abortions.

Can I get AHCCCS if I have savings?

No matter how much money you have in the bank or what your health situation is, you could qualify.

What is the income limit for AHCCCS in AZ?

Income Limits

Household Size Gross Monthly Income Limit Effective 02/01/2022
1 $1,201
2 $1,618
3 $2,035
4 $2,452

What health insurance does Phoenix Children’s Hospital accept?

Phoenix Children’s is contracted as an in-network provider with five of the seven ACC plans, including Care 1st, Steward Health Choice Arizona, Banner University Family Care, Mercy Care and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan.