This bill proposes to amend current statutes related to the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) by introducing new requirements for the determination of eligibility for adult members aged 21 and older. Specifically, it mandates that AHCCCS must assess the continued eligibility of these adults at least every six months, starting January 1, 2027. The administration is also required to utilize available data for verifying eligibility, enhancing the efficiency of the process.

Additionally, the bill introduces annual reporting obligations for AHCCCS. By December 1 of each year, the administration must report to various legislative leaders and committees on several metrics, including the number of new eligibility applications received, the number of verifications completed, and details regarding applications and verifications related to asset verification programs. These insertions aim to improve oversight and transparency in the eligibility verification process for Medicaid beneficiaries.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2929.01
Senate Engrossed Version: 36-2929.01