Arizona’s Medicaid system is known as the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System. It provides low-income families and individuals with health care services, such as physician and dentist services, hospital care, laboratory tests, prescriptions and transportation.
To qualify for regular coverage under the AHCCCS, seniors applying alone may not have an income that exceeds $1,041 per month, while married applicants’ income may not exceed $1,409 per month. There are no asset limits for the state’s regular Medicaid benefits.
Seniors living in Scottsdale can apply for AHCCCS coverage by calling (800) 564-5465.
Arizona Long-Term Care System
Seniors who require financial assistance with the cost of long-term care may be eligible for coverage under the Arizona Long-Term Care System. This program pays for the cost of services provided by long-term care facilities, including assisted living. Participants in the ALTCS also receive coverage for dental care, physician services, prescription medication and specialty care. A Medicaid case manager coordinates services.
To qualify for ALTCS, seniors must be 65 years of age or older. Their income may not exceed $2,313 per month, and they may not have resources valued at more than $2,000. Exempt assets include the applicant’s home, a single vehicle and personal belongings. Applicants must require a nursing level of care to be eligible for ALTCS, although they aren’t required to reside in a nursing home.
To apply for ALTCS, seniors can visit the Phoenix ALTCS Office at 801 East Jefferson Street MD 3900 in Phoenix or call (928) 753-2828.