The bill SB1037 amends the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) to expand dental coverage for members aged 21 and older. Currently, AHCCCS only covers emergency dental care and extractions, with a maximum annual limit of $1,000 per member. The new bill language replaces "emergency dental care and extractions" with "comprehensive dental care," thereby broadening the scope of covered services while maintaining the same annual limit.

Additionally, the bill removes dentures from the list of excluded prosthetic devices, allowing for their coverage under AHCCCS for individuals aged 21 and older. This change aims to enhance access to necessary dental services for adults, addressing a significant gap in the current healthcare offerings. The bill also includes technical and conforming changes and will take effect on the general effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2907
Senate Engrossed Version: 36-2907