HIV/AIDS

 Thea Harbin

HIV/AIDS Ryan White Part B Program

Medical and supportive services for people living with HIV/AIDS

What is the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Modernization Act (TMA) of 2006?

The Ryan White TMA is Federal legislation that addresses the unmet health needs of persons living with HIV/AIDS. The Ryan White TMA funds primary healthcare and support services for persons living with HIV/AIDS.

Like many health problems, HIV strikes people in poverty, racial and ethnic populations and other individuals who are underserved by healthcare and prevention systems. HIV often leads to poverty due to costly healthcare or an inability to work that is often accompanied by a loss of health insurance.

Who qualifies under the Ryan White Part B programs?
Persons with HIV/AIDS who do not have health insurance and do not qualify for AHCCCS are the primary recipients of services under the Ryan White Part B program in Arizona. The County Case Managers or Program Coordinator work with clients to determine eligibility and make referrals for services.

What Ryan White TMA services are available in Northern Arizona?
North Country HealthCare was awarded the Ryan White Part B grant for Coconino, Apache and Navajo counties and funds primary care and supportive services for persons living with HIV.
Available services are:HIV Ribbon

      * Outpatient medical care
      * Dental care co-pay assistance
      * Outpatient behavioral health
      * Transportation services
      * Emergency financial services
      * Medication Assistance

How do I find out if I am eligible?
If you or someone you know is HIV positive, contact the Case Manager in your county to determine if you are eligible for services. 

For more information on services available at North Country contact:

North Country HealthCare
Ryan White Part B Program
Program Coordinator
Thea Harbin
928.526.7740
Email

Case Managers in Northern Arizona:

Coconino and Mohave Counties:
Marco Martinez
928.522.7945

Gila, Apache and Navajo Counties:
Mel Williams
928.402.8868

Navajo AIDS Networks:
Rydell Freeland
928.674.5676

Funded in part by grants from the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration Ryan White CARE Act.