How Arizonans are Accessing Health Insurance
This metric is measured by the percentage of Arizonans who reported they do not have health insurance as compared to the national average.
What is Access to Health Insurance?
When people need healthcare, it is important to them that it is accessible and affordable. For decades, healthcare costs, the price of insurance, and access to primary care and insurance plans have been under discussion. With the introduction of the Affordable Care Act and the expansion of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), the number of Arizonans with insurance has increased, raising access to healthcare and reducing the need to use hospital emergency rooms for primary care.
How Would Arizonans Benefit from Increased Access to Health Insurance?
Increased access to health insurance in Arizona would enable more residents to receive timely medical care, improving overall health outcomes and preventing serious conditions from going untreated. It would reduce financial stress by making healthcare more affordable, especially for those with chronic conditions or emergencies. Expanding health insurance coverage would promote preventative care, lowering long-term healthcare costs and reducing the need for expensive treatments. Ultimately, it would contribute to a healthier population, enhance productivity, and strengthen the state’s economy by reducing absenteeism and improving workforce participation.
Percentage of Arizonans without Health Insurance data are updated annually and are available for the nation, states, and counties.