Arizona Section 1115 Demonstration Pending Waivers
In its effort to reform and modernize the Medicaid program, AHCCCS continues to work with CMS on various pending waiver request. Residents, who wish to learn more about these proposals, or provide public comment, can do so at the links below.
| Pending Waiver | Summary | Public Comment Start Date | Public Comment Close Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Former Foster Youth Annual Automatic Renewal | The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) is requesting an amendment to the 1115 Research and Demonstration Waiver, Project Number 11-W-00275/9, to seek authority to waive the condition of eligibility in 42 CFR 435.608 requiring Medicaid beneficiaries to apply for other cash benefits for the Former Foster Youth population. AHCCCS currently offers transitional medical care for children leaving foster care that are between the ages 18 to 26. | 01/13/2023 | 02/27/2023 |
| COVID-19 Federal Emergency Authorities Request | On March 17, 2020, the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) submitted a request to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to waive certain Medicaid and KidsCare requirements to enable the State to combat the continued spread of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). | ||
| IMD Waiver Amendment | The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) is requesting an amendment to the 1115 Research and Demonstration Waiver to seek a waiver of the IMD exclusion for all Medicaid beneficiaries ages 21-64 regardless of delivery system, as a mechanism to increase access to residential treatment services across the State. | 02/02/2017 | 03/20/2017 |
