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Temporary Changes to Home and Community Based Services To Be Extended Through Public Health Emergency
Arizona Medicaid - AHCCCS·AZ·Provider News
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Jun 17, 2026
Summary
Arizona's AHCCCS has extended COVID-19 emergency flexibilities for Home and Community Based Services beyond the federal public health emergency end date. Multiple temporary billing and coverage changes remain in effect including suspended cost sharing, enhanced telehealth options, and modified documentation requirements.
Action Required
Arizona providers: Review current AHCCCS billing practices to ensure compliance with extended COVID-19 flexibilities. Verify telehealth billing procedures remain updated and cost-sharing suspensions are properly applied. Monitor AHCCCS communications for specific end dates of individual flexibilities as they may expire at different times.