AHCCCS Medical Policy Manual (AMPM)

The AHCCCS Medical Policy Manual (AMPM) provides information to Contractors and Providers regarding services that are covered within the AHCCCS program. The AMPM is applicable to both Managed Care and Fee-for-Service members.

The AMPM should be referenced in conjunction with State and Federal regulations, other Agency manuals [AHCCCS Contractors' Operations Manual (ACOM) and the AHCCCS Fee-for-Service Manual], and applicable contracts.

"What's New Memo"

Revisions to the AMPM are completed on a periodic basis. The What's New Memo describes the changes or additions being made and provides instructions on how to update a printed copy of the manual.

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Revision History
What's New Chapters Affected
April 2009 Appendix E-Childhood and Adolescent Behavioral Health Tool Kits, Appendix F-Adult Behavioral Health Tool Kits, Chapter 300-Policy 310B-Behavioral Health Services, Chapter 400-Policy 430-EPSDT
February 2009 Chapter 300-Policy 310DD & Policy 320-B, Chapter 800-Policy 810, Chapter 1100, Appendix G-Behavioral Health Services Guide
January 2009 Chapter 400-Policy 430 & Exhibit 430-2, Chapter 1200-Policy 1240-M,Chapter 1600-Policy 1620 & Policy 1630

NOTE: Contact AHCCCS for prior revision information.

General Questions or Changes to the Manual

For questions regarding the AMPM, including the following items, please contact the Office of Medical Policy (OMP) at 602-417-4627:

  • General Updates (this month and past months)
  • Obtaining Older Policy
  • Medical Policy-related Questions

For technical assistance, please call OMP Technical Support 602-417-4053.