The AHCCCS Whole Person Care Initiative is focused on improving essential Health-Related Social Needs of enrolled members. Health-Related Social Needs, also known as Social Determinants of Health, have a direct impact on physical and mental health outcomes. Health-Related Social Needs include things like:
Research shows that Health-Related Social Needs contribute to 80% of health outcomes, while only 20% of health outcomes are from direct health care services.
CommunityCares is a free closed-loop referral system available at no cost for AHCCCS health care providers and community-based organizations. The system allows providers to screen and refer members in order to address Health-Related Social Needs.
Health care providers and health plans that are not yet enrolled in CommunityCares will maintain a Community Resource Guide with information on local resources that provide support for Health-Related Social Needs. Please visit the CommunityCares website for more information.
Military veterans and their families are eligible to receive services for Health-Related Social Needs through Be Connected, the Statewide Veteran Resource Provider. Learn more about Be Connected.
AHCCCS’ Community Reinvestment Program is another tool that encourages AHCCCS health plans to invest a small percentage of their profits into community projects to improve the Health-Related Social Needs for individuals in the communities they serve. Read more about the AHCCCS’ Community Reinvestment Program.
AHCCCS continually looks for opportunities to help improve members’ health and wellness. Subscribe to our Whole Person Care Initiative email updates, and send questions to WPCI@azahcccs.gov.
