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ABA Therapy with AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid)

Does Arizona Medicaid cover ABA therapy? Yes — Jigsaw Developmental Services accepts all three major AHCCCS managed care plans in the Phoenix area

Does AHCCCS Cover ABA Therapy in Arizona?

Yes. AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System) is Arizona’s Medicaid program. AHCCCS covers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for eligible members with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis who meet medical necessity criteria.

AHCCCS administers benefits through managed care organizations (MCOs) — also called managed care plans. Your specific ABA therapy benefits are determined by which AHCCCS managed care plan your child is assigned to. Jigsaw Developmental Services accepts all three major AHCCCS managed care plans in the Phoenix area.

AHCCCS Plans We Accept

Select your plan to learn more about ABA therapy coverage:

AHCCCS Mercy Care

One of Arizona’s largest AHCCCS plans, operated by Mercy Care in partnership with Dignity Health.

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AHCCCS UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

UnitedHealthcare’s AHCCCS managed care plan — separate from UHC commercial plans.

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AHCCCS Banner University Health Plans

Banner Health’s AHCCCS managed care organization, serving the Phoenix metro area.

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How to Find Your AHCCCS Plan

Your AHCCCS managed care plan is listed on your member ID card. You can also check your plan assignment by:

If you are not yet enrolled in AHCCCS but think your child may qualify, visit healthearizonaplus.gov to apply.

How to Start ABA Therapy with AHCCCS

  1. Contact our intake team

    Call (480) 999-5666 or submit our online form. Have your AHCCCS member ID card ready if possible.

  2. We identify your plan and verify benefits

    We contact your AHCCCS managed care plan to confirm ABA therapy coverage and any authorization requirements — at no cost to you.

  3. Clinical assessment & prior authorization

    A BCBA assesses your child and we submit prior authorization to your AHCCCS plan with the required clinical documentation.

  4. ABA therapy begins

    Once authorized, your child’s individualized program starts at our center, in your home, or at school as clinically indicated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid) cover ABA therapy?

Yes. AHCCCS covers ABA therapy for eligible members with an ASD diagnosis who meet medical necessity criteria. Coverage is administered through your assigned AHCCCS managed care plan.

Which AHCCCS plans does Jigsaw accept?

We accept Mercy Care, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and Banner University Health Plans — the three major AHCCCS managed care plans in the Phoenix metro area.

How do I find out which AHCCCS plan my child has?

Your plan is listed on your member ID card and at healthearizonaplus.gov. You can also call the AHCCCS member helpline at 1-800-654-8713, or contact our intake team for help.

What diagnosis does AHCCCS require for ABA therapy?

AHCCCS typically requires a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) per DSM-5 criteria, and the child must meet medical necessity criteria through a clinical assessment.

How do I start ABA therapy with AHCCCS?

Call us at (480) 999-5666 or submit our online intake form. We identify your plan, verify your benefits, and handle prior authorization on your behalf.

Have AHCCCS? We Can Help.

Contact our intake team today. We’ll identify your AHCCCS plan, verify your ABA therapy coverage, and walk you through the next steps for your child.

Prefer to text? Text us at (480) 999-5666