Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, the State's Medicaid agency, providing health care services for 2.3 million Arizona individuals and families.
📢
#BreakingNews
!
@AZDHS
&
@dougducey
just announced that the COVID-19 vaccine will be available to everyone aged 16 and older starting Wednesday, March 24 at 8 a.m. at the state-run vaccine sites in Maricopa, Pima, and Yuma counties.
Learn more:
We are excited to share the news that Gov.
@dougducey
has appointed deputy director Jami Snyder as our next director, effective 1/5. With 20+ years in the health and human services industry, Snyder's expertise and insight will continue to advance our mission of serving Arizonans.
Today, Gov.
@dougducey
& AHCCCS are making it easier for Medicaid members to get the COVID-19 vaccine! AHCCCS will cover the costs for transportation to, from, & during drive-through vaccine appointments, a first-in-the-nation initiative.
Press Release:
Through July 28,
@AZDHS
is offering 5,000 free, drive-through, COVID-19 tests per day at two locations in the Phoenix metro area, Maryvale and South Mtn. Park. You must pre-register at .
AHCCCS director Jami Snyder announced she will leave her position at the end of December. Under her tenure, AHCCCS has been recognized as a national leader in Medicaid innovation, managed care service delivery, crisis response, and whole person care.
DYK: To ensure people 65+ and vulnerable populations can protect themselves,
@AZDHS
will provide free face masks to anyone who meets that criteria. Order face masks at
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Arizona’s request to renew its 1115 Waiver for five years, continuing the long-standing programs that have made Arizona’s Medicaid program innovative, effective, and efficient. Read more:
Throughout our state government,
#WomenLeadAZ
! The AHCCCS leadership team recognizes
#WomensHistoryMonth
with gratitude for all the influential women of Arizona who have paved the way for our success.
🎵To the left, to the left. Everything you own in a box to the left.🎵
We are moving... but just next door. In doing so, we saved the state $1.2 million annually and reduced our footprint by 50%!
Remember!
@AZDHS
posts new COVID-19 vaccination appointments regularly for the state-run vaccination sites. Now that those 16 and older are eligible, be sure to look out for those new appointments!
Learn more:
Arizona's budget repeals the forecasted KidsCare enrollment freeze that, under current law, would mean 6,000 children would lose health care coverage in FY
2020.
#KidsCare
#ThingsThatMatterAZ
We can end the stigma that surrounds mental health issues by showing that it's ok to talk about it. If you know someone in crisis, please reach out.
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
#CureStigma
Today, AHCCCS celebrates its 40th anniversary! Over the last four decades, AHCCCS has become a national leader in Medicaid innovation and was recently awarded a 2022 Medicaid Innovation Award! Happy 40th anniversary, AHCCCS!🎉
Crisis services are available to any Arizona resident, regardless of health insurance coverage. If you or someone you know is experiencing a behavioral health crisis, call one of these crisis lines. More at
#AHCCCS
#MentalHealth
#HealthInsurance
We are happy to play a small role in how
#Arizona
helps its citizens transition from incarceration to productivity. Thank you,
@dougducey
, for recognizing our work!
Director Heredia toured St. Vincent De Paul's Phoenix Family Dining Room, Resource Center, and Ozanam Manor Transitional Housing Center. During the tour, she spoke with dedicated staff members who work to help all who are in need. Learn more:
Afraid your doctor will not be able to see you during
#COVID19
? It's important to continue taking care of your health during the pandemic. Contact your health care provider to discuss your options.
#YourDoctorIsIn
#StayHealthy
#Telehealth
From Sept. 2016 - June 2018, the
#KidsCare
program treated almost 8000 children with behavioral health conditions & 5000+ children with autism. With funding in the
#AZbbudget
,
@dougducey
& lawmakers ensure their continued healthcare needs are met.
#ThingsThatMatterAZ
Across our agency, each work team is focused on
#continuousimprovement
, finding inefficiencies that create barriers for members and providers and then working to eliminate them.
#ArizonaManagementSystem
We're proud of the progress we've made in shaping a more efficient and accountable government — one that values the talented men and women that commit to public service.
@azcentral
Stopped by the
@AHCCCSgov
Leadership Academy last week. Participants are learning the skills needed to help promote happy and healthy citizens and communities!
People describe stigma as shame felt as a judgement from someone else, originating in external, internal and institutional ways. Arizona is working to
#CureStigma
. Learn more at .
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
Monday marks the beginning of
#AHCCCSCompleteCare
for 1.5 million AHCCCS members. Instead of separate health plans for physical & behavioral services, single plans will provide
#integratedhealthcare
in order to treat the whole person. Learn more:
Excited to announce several of the dedicated professionals who will run Arizona’s health and human services state agencies and help build an Arizona for everyone.
A huge shoutout to our partner
@CrisisNetworkAZ
for receiving the Crisis Center Innovation Award from the
@AASuicidology
. Crisis Response Network operates the largest nonprofit crisis contact center in the nation and has been helping our community for 12+ years. 👋
#AHCCCS
Teens managing online school may be struggling with new behavioral health concerns.
#BeThe1To
be there for them. Listen to their reasons for their feelings without judgment and with compassion and empathy.
#BeThere
#SPM20
On April 1, AHCCCS will begin regular member renewals for all 2.5 million enrolled members. This will take 12 months. Make sure we can reach you by updating your contact information HEAPlus. Learn more:
With
@azdhs
, AZ is addressing HIV prevention on all fronts. As of 10/1, AHCCCS adds
#Truvada
for PrEP to our preferred drug list without prior authorization.
Starting April 1, AHCCCS must reverify the eligibility for all 2.5 million Medicaid members. Get ready by updating your contact information at and signing up for text or email alerts! Read more at .
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Arizona’s American Indian children. If you think someone might be considering suicide, take the first step and
#BeThe1To
ask. Ask directly, “Are you thinking about killing yourself?”
#SPM20
We're so pleased to be able to participate in this partnership with
@uamedphx
to advance knowledge, skills and technical capacity of the next generation of health care experts!
The Clinical Informatics Fellowship at the
#uamedphx
partnered with the
@AHCCCSgov
to improve tools used in health care delivery for
#Medicaid
patients.
AHCCCS is committed to ensuring the integrity of the decision making process in regard to our pharmacy benefit and we fully support today's Executive Order from Governor
@dougducey
.
At
@AzCapitolTimes
#morningscoop
, experts discuss how integrated physical and behavioral health gives payers insight via data, allowing for care coordination like never before.
We have some exciting news! In partnership with
@CrisisNetworkAZ
, AHCCCS announces a new
#COVID19
appointment & transportation navigation program for Medicaid members.
Learn more:
Gov.
@DougDucey
has proclaimed September as
#SuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth
, joining a nationwide effort to end the stigma around mental health and help raise awarness of suicide prevention. To find resources in Arizona visit .
The State launched a new leadership development program for employees called State of Arizona Leaders Connect (SALC) with the goal being to instill the leadership quality and values of Arizona to state employees who are recognized leaders at their respective agencies.
As it gets hotter, it's important to check your urine! Your urine color can help you determine if you're hydrated enough during Arizona's hot summer months. Keep drinking water, check your urine, and stay hydrated!
Today is
#InternationalWomensDay
! Today, we celebrate AHCCCS' 3rd female director, Jami Snyder. She was appointed on 1/5/19 & has more than 23 years of experience in health & human services. She also serves as the President of
@statemedicaid
. Learn more:
"Half of all mental health conditions begin by age 14, and 75% of mental health conditions develop by age 24." All AHCCCS members have access to behavioral health services. If you're experiencing fear or sadness seek help.
When we have a toothache, we go to the dentist. But why isn't it our first instinct to see a
#mentalhealth
professional when we feel extreme sadness or fear? Read more:
Jami Snyder, Director of AHCCCS, shares AHCCCS' commitment to
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
and the resources available through Arizona's Medicaid program.
#SPM20
Our
#TargetedInvestments
team celebrated today's grand opening of the new Community Health Associates/Pinal County Adult Probation integrated outpatient office.
#IntegratedHealthCare
Have you heard the term "social determinants of health"? Housing, food, work, transportation, even our communities play a part in our overall health & wellness. Learn more about
#SDoH
from this
@HealthFdn
video
"One’s health impacts and is impacted by housing, education, employment, safety, and community. It’s time we started viewing health care through an integrated lens."
@azcarenetwork
#SDoH
#integratedhealthcare
Congratulations to AHCCCS' Senior Policy Advisor & Assistant Director, Dana Flannery, for being selected to be among 20 senior
#Medicaid
leaders to participate in
@CHCShealth
's inaugural class of the Medicaid Pathways Program!
Learn more:
Happy Birthday,
#Medicaid
! President Lyndon Johnson created the federal Medicaid program in 1965. Arizona added it in 1982 as a primarily managed care program. We've grown to 2M enrolled members while being recognized as a leader in cost containment.
Across the state, we are wearing green in support of
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
because we want to
#CureStigma
. If you know someone in crisis, find resources on our website:
February is
#BlackHistoryMonth
. This year’s theme is, “Black Health & Wellness." The theme explores "the legacy of not only Black scholars & medical practitioners in Western medicine, but also other ways of knowing throughout the African Diaspora.” ()
Physical and behavioral services integrated into 1 plan with 1 provider network, AHCCCS Complete Care starts Oct. 1. Attend a community forum to learn how it will streamline care delivery for most AHCCCS members. See the schedule at
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Thank you Governor
@dougducey
for calling attention to the stigma that still surrounds mental illness, and helping Arizonans learn to be
#StigmaFree
.
The holidays can be stressful and lonley. But you are never alone. If you need immediate help, reach out to
@ResilientAriz
for free, confidential help.
The winter holidays will look different this year but it's important for everyone to stay safe & stop the spread. Read
@drcarachrist
's, director
@AZDHS
blog about the impact of
#COVID
ー19 during the holidays.
Blog:
Platinum for the second year in a row in the Healthy Arizona Worksites Award program! Thank you,
@Got_HAWP
, for recognizing our efforts to engage and support employees.
#HAWP2019
New Year's Day is coming, and it's time for a fresh start! Try
#FirstDayHikes
at your favorite state park this year to start it off on the right (or the left) foot! Thanks
@azhighways
!
Arizona students have the right to feel safe in their classrooms. Parents deserve peace of mind that their children are protected. Read our aggressive plan to increase school safety here:
#SafeAZSchools