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AHCCCS reversed their decision and my credentialing is approved. Thank you to the 586 of you who signed. Now we get to work.

May 4, 2020

Make Mental Health Accessible to all the residents of Mohave County, Arizona

Make Mental Health Accessible to all the residents of Mohave County, Arizona

🏆 Won — 585 supporters Verified

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Started by Michele Norton 6 years, 7 months ago

I am a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner that has worked in the Mohave county area for 3 years. I recently opened my own private practice so I could do more with less for the residents of Mohave County. Arizona health cost containment center system (AHCCCS) is REFUSING to credential me as a mental health provider in the area, and thus stigmatizing the already overextended network of health providers in Mohave County. Sign this petition if you are in favor of adding a dedicated mental health care professional to the area

Updates

Reached 500 supporters

February 19, 2020

February 4, 2020

The momentum is incredible. It is clear that Mohave County is finally ready to demand better mental health access.

Reached 100 supporters

February 3, 2020

140 Comments

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Melisa Langston
6 years ago Featured

It’s not fair that the only population of people who can get mental health care here is people on AHCCCS- no one accepts private insurance and the self pay rates are ridiculous, they prevent people who truly need it from getting the help they need and deserve.

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Melody Barkley
6 years ago Featured

Michele is an amazing provider! It blows my mind that AHCCCS thinks there are enough mental health providers in our area when it is painfully obvious that our area is grossly underserved.

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Marla Pollard
6 years ago Featured

As a FNP in Az. I am shocked that Accchs can monopolize and demand people be seen by certain providers only. This should be brought to the governors, insurance commissioners and media’s attention immediately!

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Jennifer Green
6 years ago Featured

I have known Michele since we were CNA’s. I have watched her work often 2-3 jobs while bettering herself to the top of her field. Her dedication and passion for mental health inspires me. It is devastating that an insurance company would limit patients access to care on a very important decision. Good luck my friend. Keep your spirit!

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Lisa Franklin
6 years ago Featured

Doctor Norton Has been my sons doctor for 3 years Since Dr Norton my son is doing better then he ever has! she is caring, understanding and she loves her patients.... There are so many people on Ahccs in need of mental health please allow Dr. Norton to treat them Thank you.

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Patricia Johnson
6 years ago Featured

This community is lacking mental health services and we definitely NEED more options for those that are in need for mental health services. Insurance companies should not declined such services. Michele and her staff are fully committed and dedicated to go above and beyond to provide the best mental health services in our community.

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Desiree Irvin
6 years ago

she is a wonderful doctor ❤

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Matthew Laird
6 years ago

Having continuous access to my healthcare providers is KEY. As a mental health care provider I KNOW it is essential to contract with providers that I trust. Without continuous care and the ability to choose my providers, I wouldn't loose a very important part of healthcare, which is the ability to form a therapeutic relationship, ultimately allowing me the best quality care I can expect. I think all residents should have the freedom and access to choose the provider of their choice.