Question 1

Does insurance cover ABA therapy?

Accepted Answer

All 50 states now have some form of insurance mandate for autism services, including ABA therapy. Coverage varies by state: some require all insurers to cover ABA, others limit coverage to specific plan types or age ranges. Check your specific state's mandate for details.

Question 2

Does Medicaid cover ABA therapy?

Accepted Answer

Medicaid covers ABA therapy in all 50 states under EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment) for children under 21. Some states extend coverage to adults. Medicaid ABA coverage and reimbursement rates vary significantly by state.

Question 3

How many ABA providers are in my state?

Accepted Answer

ESBAP tracks 8,553 ABA provider organizations across 12,250 locations in all 50 states and DC. Use the state guide tool to see exactly how many providers are in your state, their average Google rating, and what percentage are accredited.

Question 4

Which states have the most ABA providers?

Accepted Answer

States with the most ABA providers include California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Massachusetts. However, provider density (providers per 100,000 population) is often higher in smaller states. Use ESBAP's state guide to see provider counts for every state.

ABA Therapy by State

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