AHCCCS Opens Survey Regarding IMD Options
AHCCCS is currently analyzing policy guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in order to make decisions regarding the state’s ability to offer treatment coverage options for adults who receive services in Institutions for Mental Disease (IMDs). To inform our analysis, AHCCCS is asking IMD interested parties to complete a short survey by Friday, March 6, 2020.
Provider Enrollment Paper Application Updated
The new AHCCCS Provider Enrollment Portal (APEP), slated to launch June 1, 2020, will allow providers to enroll as an AHCCCS provider, re-validate as an existing AHCCCS provider, and update contact and license/certification information entirely online. This change from a manual process to the new, automated system will streamline and expedite the provider enrollment process.

In order to align the existing paper-based application with the new online APEP system, AHCCCS has updated the Provider Enrollment paper application. Although the changes are minor, they will ensure all required information is captured correctly.

Implementation updates are available to email subscribers , posted on the AHCCCS New Provider web page , and published in the monthly Claims Clues newsletter .

 If you have questions please contact Provider Enrollment at 1-800-794-6862 (in AZ, outside of Maricopa County), 1-800-523-0231 (out of state), or email PRNotice@azahcccs.gov.
CMS Proposes Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Regulation
On November 18, 2019, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services published a proposed rule addressing a variety of issues including Medicaid supplemental payments, methods of financing the non- federal share (including provider taxes and donations), and corresponding State reporting requirements. AHCCCS developed a summary document that details how the proposed MFAR provisions could impact Arizona's Medicaid program.
AHCCCS To Share Medicaid Data with the University of Arizona for Research Purposes
AHCCCS has executed an agreement with the University of Arizona (U of A) to make Medicaid demographic data sets available to the University for research purposes. AHCCCS maintains a similar data-sharing agreement with Arizona State University (ASU) Center for Health Information Research (CHIR). Both contracts are managed through the Arizona Board of Regents. AHCCCS appreciates the support of the Board of Regents and the continued efforts of State Senator Heather Carter to advance an expanded partnership between AHCCCS and the U of A, facilitating the sharing of critical data and allowing for additional research and analysis of various aspects of the state's health care delivery system.
Participate in the Substance Abuse Prevention Strategic Planning Process
AHCCCS is developing a Statewide Prevention Strategic Plan for Substance Abuse with the assistance of representatives from across the state. S takeholders engaged in prevention work, including individuals and families receiving or advocating for services, are encourage to take a short survey, open through March 9.
Magellan Complete Care of Arizona Offers Medicare Advantage D-SNP Plan
In 2020, Magellan Complete Care of Arizona (MCC of AZ) expanded its current offerings to include a Medicare Advantage Dual Special Needs Plan (D-SNP). The plan is designed for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid in Arizona and will help maximize the quality of life, health, security and independence of MCC of AZ members.
Community Forums on the Future of RBHA Services
Tues, March 31, 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m., La Frontera Center, M.U.C.C Room, 502 W. 29th Street, Tucson

For tribal communities:
Tues, March 31, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.,La Frontera Center, M.U.C.C Room, 502 W. 29th Street, Tucson