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Grant from AHCCCS Helps Launch Psychiatric Access Line for Health Care Providers Who Care for Pregnant and Postpartum Persons with Mental Health Disorders
Arizona Medicaid - AHCCCS·AZ · OB-GYN, Family Medicine, Psychiatry +2 more·Specialty Services
Effective date
Jun 1, 2023
We identified it
Jun 17, 2026
Summary
AHCCCS has launched the Arizona Perinatal Psychiatry Access Line (APAL) providing free psychiatric consultations for healthcare providers treating pregnant and postpartum patients with mental health disorders. The toll-free line (1-888-290-1336) connects providers to perinatal psychiatrists for case consultation and treatment guidance.
Action Required
Immediately: Distribute APAL flier to providers treating pregnant and postpartum patients. Post toll-free number 1-888-290-1336 in clinical areas. Inform providers the line is available Monday-Friday 12:30-4:30 PM through December 2023, then 8 AM-5 PM starting January 2024.