Arizona’s Medicaid options

Two experts explain the current options that surround Arizona’s Medicaid program, AHCCCS, and how the Affordable Care Act will affect the program.

Arizona AG Horne: Supreme Court ruling could end "coercion" of states

Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne says he was surprised by today’s ruling on the Affordable Care Act by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Federal insurance plan sees large number of Arizona enrollees

An increasing number of Arizonans have enrolled in a federal health care plan even as the US Supreme Court determines its fate.

Federal insurance plan sees large number of Arizona enrollees

An increasing number of Arizonans have enrolled in a federal health care plan even as the U-S Supreme Court determines its fate.  Since January, almost 500 people have been accepted into the s

Arizona prepares for online health exchange

Arizona is one of 26 states challenging the requirement of individuals to purchase health insurance or pay a fine under the federal health reform law. But that isn’t preventing the state from moving forward with a key aspect of the law.

Mounting medical bills burden Glendale couple who lost Medicaid insurance

People who can’t buy health insurance because of a pre-existing condition can now get coverage through a federal program.

Congressman David Schweikert talks politics

Congressman David Schweikert (R-AZ) gives his opinion on the State of the Union address and redistricting in Arizona.

Glendale Couple Struggles After Losing State Medicaid Insurance

Arizona lawmakers approved phasing out a Medicaid program for 6.000 Arizonans with serious medical conditions.  Bill and June Nelson were hoping to survive six months until they could enroll i

Life after Losing Medicaid Coverage

A follow up to a story KJZZ first brought you Friday.  A Glendale couple is among 57-hundred Arizonans who are losing Medicaid coverage due to state budget cuts.  KJZZ’s Paul Atkinson tagged along as Bill and June Nelson tried to re-enroll in a program that helps cover medical expenses for people with catastrophic or chronic health conditions. 

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