What is the primary purpose of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)?

The primary purpose of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) is to provide health insurance to eligible low-income individuals and families. This program is Arizona's Medicaid program, designed specifically to offer healthcare coverage to those who may not have the means to afford private insurance. AHCCCS focuses on accessibility, ensuring that vulnerable populations, including children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, receive necessary medical services.

In contrast, while providing medical education to professionals may be an important aspect of healthcare, it is not the main goal of AHCCCS. Regulating health insurance premiums is typically a function of state insurance departments rather than a specific focus of AHCCCS. Finally, ensuring that everyone has private insurance does not align with AHCCCS's mission, which is to provide public health coverage rather than push for private insurance ownership among residents.