MedicaidCoverageMedium impact
Behavioral Health Services Available to Students Who Are Not Eligible for Medicaid
Arizona Medicaid - AHCCCS·AZ · Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Family Medicine·Specialty Services
We identified it
Jun 17, 2026
Summary
Arizona AHCCCS now provides behavioral health services (counseling, therapy) for underinsured/uninsured pre-K through grade 12 students through the Children's Behavioral Health Services Fund. Students only need a referral from a participating school to access these services at little to no cost.
Action Required
Billing team should review if practice serves pediatric behavioral health patients in Arizona. If applicable, verify school referral requirements and confirm eligibility criteria for students who are underinsured/uninsured but not Medicaid-eligible. Contact AHCCCS or visit www.azahcccs.gov/BHinSchools for billing procedures and reimbursement details.