5000           Introduction To Medicaid

The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services administers the Medicaid program in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.  Medicaid is jointly financed by the federal government and the state.  Certain groups of individuals and services are required by federal law, while other optional groups of individuals and services are selected by the state.

The Division of Public Assistance (DPA Division of Public Assistance ) processes Medicaid applications and determines eligibility.

The Division of Health Care Services ( DHCS Division of Health Care Services ) oversees the processing of Medicaid claims, payment to health care providers, and overall fiscal responsibilities of the Medicaid program.   DHCS Division of Health Care Services contracts with Affiliated Computer Systems to handle the day-to-day processing of medical claims and payments.