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Arizona Medicaid: Tribal communities reimbursed for traditional healing services
UnitedHealthcare·AZ · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice·State news
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Jan 12, 2026
Summary
Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS) now provides reimbursement for traditional healing services provided to tribal community members. This expands covered services to include culturally appropriate traditional healing practices for eligible Medicaid beneficiaries in tribal communities.
Action Required
For practices serving Arizona tribal communities: Contact Arizona AHCCCS to obtain billing procedures and approved provider requirements for traditional healing services. Verify eligibility requirements for tribal members seeking these services. This primarily affects practices working directly with tribal health services.