Arizona Pediatric Psychiatry Access Line (APAL)

Program Overview:

APAL's mission is to reduce mental illness and mortality in child and adolescent populations by guiding frontline health care providers – in real time – in pediatric psychiatric management so they may give high-quality care to their patients who are struggling with behavioral health concerns.

We are a statewide pediatric psychiatry access line. Child and adolescent psychiatrists are available by phone, Monday-Friday, from 12:30 - 4:30 p.m., to answer provider questions and review treatment options. You can reach us at 888-290-1336.

Services Offered:

• Telephone consultation

Website: apal.arizona.edu

Primary Contact: Ana Ramos

Email: team@apal.arizona.edu

Year started: 2024

HRSA Awardee: No

Does the program provide state-wide coverage?  Yes

Funding: Medicaid

Additional access programs:

• Arizona Perinatal Psychiatry Access Line

Update: July 2, 2024