Arizona Medicaid
dental coverage
Need dental care in Arizona? Western Dental proudly accepts Medicaid
for both children and adults across the state.
Understanding Medicaid dental benefits in Arizona
Each state has its own Medicaid program with unique coverage options. We proudly accept coverage from the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona’s Medicaid agency
Preventive & restorative
care for kids
Covers dental care for children under age 21, including exams, cleanings, fillings, and more.
Emergency dental
care for adults
Medicaid in Arizona now covers emergency dental care for adults 21 years old and up.
Low- or no-cost
services
Covered services are provided at little or no cost, reducing your out-of-pocket expenses.
Getting started with Medicaid is easy
Confirm Medicaid eligibility
Call or get assistance from Arizona Community Assistors.
Book an appointment
Find your nearest Western Dental location.
Get the care you need
We’ll verify your coverage and walk you through next steps.
Arizona Medicaid FAQs
Medicaid is available for qualified residents of Arizona, including families, seniors, persons with disabilities, children in foster care, pregnant women, and childless adults living with limited income and resources. State–funded dental care, including dental screenings and treatments, is available for children ages 0-20 only. Adults 21 years and older can receive emergency dental care.
Many services are provided at little or no cost. Some services may have limits or out-of-pocket costs. For complete coverage details, visit the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System website.
For adults 21 years of age or older, the annual limit for emergency dental care is $1,000 per person for each calendar year. For complete coverage details, visit the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System website.
Yes! We proudly accept Medicaid for eligible children, including AHCCCS and KidsCare, which is part of Arizona’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Visit the AZ KidsCare website for more coverage details.
If you’re not eligible for Medicaid, you still have options. You can enroll for health insurance at HealthCare.gov and find available plans with dental benefits. Depending on your income, you may qualify for reduced premiums. Western Dental also offers flexible payment plans to help you get the dental care you need.