TI 2.0 - FAQs

• Q1: How many years will the TI 2.0 program be active?

  Five years.

• Q2: How much incentive payment can a participant expect to receive?

  The TI 2.0 program was approved for $250M for 5 years. The amount each participant receives depends on the size of the organization and the organization’s performance on core components and milestones relative to all other participants. Therefore, we are unable to estimate any annual incentive payment for a specific provider until the final payment is calculated.

• Q3: Who is eligible to participate in TI 2.0?

  TI 2.0 will be limited to organizations with Medicaid-facing outpatient primary care and behavioral health clinics (adults and pediatrics). With the exception of one program (Adults Transitioning from the Criminal Justice System), FQHCs and RHCs will not be eligible to participate in either cohort. View eligible provider types on the TI Program Overview webpage. View criteria to apply on the TI 2.0 application requirements webpage.

• Q4: How do I apply for TI 2.0?

  The deadline to submit an application for the TI 2.0 program is September 30, 2023 by 5 pm (MST/ AZ time). There are benefits to applying early. See TI 2.0 application requirements webpage for information.

  Applicants must submit through the AHCCCS Online Portal TI Application Portal. The TI 2.0 Application Portal will be available during the Summer of 2023 (sign up for the TI Newsletter to be notified).

• Q5: How will providers participate in TI 2.0?

  PCP and BH providers will apply for TI 2.0 at the organization Tax ID (TIN) level. All eligible AHCCCS outpatient sites operating under the TIN will be expected to adopt and meet the requirements of the TI 2.0 initiatives that the TIN attests to completing each year.

• Q6: I’m a TI 1.0 participant- can I add new sites for TI 2.0?

  Yes. Provider organizations will apply for TI 2.0 at the Tax ID (TIN) level. All eligible AHCCCS outpatient sites operating under the TIN (including new sites) will be expected to adopt and meet the requirements of the TI 2.0 initiatives that the TIN attests to completing each year.

• Q7: Am I required to meet all milestones to earn payment each year?

  No. Each milestone is weighted, so each milestone attained will secure a portion of that year’s payment. Incentive payments will be structured and administered similar to the TI 1.0 program. Visit the TI website for additional information.

• Q8: When is the deadline for TI 2.0 applications?

  9/30/2023

• Q9: Does my practice have to be an integrated clinic to participate in TI 2.0?

  No. The Targeted Investments Program strives to improve healthcare integration at the provider level regardless of current integration status. For more information, view the eligible provider types on the TI 2.0 Program Overview webpage.

• Q10: I’m not sure if TI is for me. Whom may I contact?

  Please email the TI mailbox to learn more about the program: TargetedInvestments@AZAHCCCS.gov. AHCCCS can connect interested providers to similar providers that participated in the original TI program if desired.

• Q11: Where can I find information about TI 2.0 program eligibility requirements?

  To find out information about the TI 2.0 eligibility criteria website visit the TI 2.0 application requirements webpage for information.

• Q12: Do I have to participate in all areas of concentration?

  No, participants do not need to participate in all areas of concentration.

• Q13: How can I request assistance with the application?

  Submit a provider interest form to request application assistance. If you submit before 9/25/2023 you guarantee assistance prior to the TI 2.0 application deadline (9/30/2023).

• Q14: How do I know if my EHR is capable of bi-directional data exchange with the Contexture HIE?

  Check with your IT department. If you already have a relationship with Contexture, contact your Contexture Account Representative. Otherwise, lookup your EHR system in the Certified Health IT database and determine if the “Certification Criteria” includes 170.315 (B)(4): COMMON CLINICAL DATA SET SUMMARY RECORD - CREATE and 170.315 (B)(5): COMMON CLINICAL DATA SET SUMMARY RECORD - RECEIVE.

• Q15: Will we continue to have QIC meetings?

  Yes. QIC meetings will begin with an in-person kickoff early 2023. The schedule for additional meetings, including Quality Improvement Workgroups, will be published shortly thereafter.