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Early dental health is key to a lifetime of healthy smiles, that's why we love seeing kids covered by Medicaid in Arizona. Just make an appointment and bring your AHCCS card with you. 

Apply for AHCCCS, Arizona's Medicaid

To get started apply online or call (855) 432-7587

Apply for Arizona Medicaid Access

Get help enrolling in AHCCCS

Arizona has Community Assistors throughout the state.

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Enroll in the Western Dental Arizona Discount Program

Don't qualify for Medicaid? We can help make dental care affordable. Our discount program and can save you up to 50% on dental procedures.

What is AHCCCS?

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System manages Medicaid programs in the state and provides health care programs for qualified individuals and families in Arizona.

Who is eligible for dental coverage through Medicaid in Arizona?

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 is available for children ages 0-20 years old only. Adults 21 years and older can receive emergency dental care.

What dental care does Arizona cover through Medicaid?

Arizona provides preventive and medically necessary dental care for children ages 0-20 years old through its Medicaid program, AHCCCS. In the Spring of 2018, the Arizona legislature funded emergency dental care for adults 21 years old and up.

Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS) Dental coverage for Children

For complete coverage details, visit KidsCare for the latest on Arizona’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

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Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS) Dental coverage for Adults

Arizona adults who are enrolled in MediCaid Access receive emergency dental care. Medicaid in Arizona does not cover exams, x-rays, cleanings or other preventive dentistry. The annual limit for emergency dental is $1000.

For complete coverage details, visit the Arizona Healthcare Cost Containment System site.

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Apply for dental coverage through Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS)

You can apply by mail or online. To get started, visit the Arizona Healthcare Cost Containment System site.

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Not eligible for Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS)?

You can enroll in health insurance at HealthCare.gov. All plans available there offer dental benefits. Depending on your income, you may qualify for reduced premiums.

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