Who can apply
['The child must meet Arizona residency, income, citizenship or qualifying immigration, and Social Security number requirements.', 'The program checks that the child does not qualify for Medicaid, does not have current health insurance, and is not eligible for state-employee health coverage. Other program conditions still apply.']What help is available
KidsCare provides AHCCCS medical coverage through an enrolled health plan. Benefits include physician, hospital, prescription, dental, vision and behavioral health services under the plan’s coverage rules.
Documents to prepare
Prepare the child’s identity and household information, income records and current or recent coverage details. Keep any proof of applying for a Social Security number if needed. Ask the worker which verification is required before sending sensitive records.
How to get started
- Use the KidsCare page to review the conditions and application link.
- Apply through Health-e-Arizona Plus. Request assistor help through the AHCCCS application page if needed.
- Respond to verification requests and read the decision for the effective date and health-plan enrollment.
After applying
Confirm when coverage starts before using the plan. Check participating providers and keep the child’s renewal and contact information current. Premium policy can change, so follow the current AHCCCS notice rather than an older screenshot.
Website screenshots
These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.
Common questions
Is KidsCare for adults?
No. It is Arizona’s children’s health insurance program for eligible children under 19.
Is a monthly premium currently required?
The current public KidsCare page says premiums are stopped until further notice. Check any updated enrollment notice.
Can Medicaid-eligible children enroll instead?
KidsCare is intended for children who are not eligible for Medicaid. The application checks the appropriate coverage.
Is the old income table reliable?
Use the current agency page and worker determination. Published tables and screenshot labels can be out of date.
Sources and review
- Current KidsCare conditions and premium notice
- KidsCare policy and services
- Application and assistor routes
- USA Assistance background and screenshots
Historical screenshots: source reference.