ABA THERAPY SERVICES IN OHIO & UTAH

ABA Therapy Insurance Coverage

Your child deserves the right autism support, and we know that figuring out insurance coverage for ABA therapy can feel overwhelming. We’re here to help. Let us navigate your insurance plans and verification on your behalf, so you can focus on helping your child thrive.

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Insurances We Accept

At On Target ABA, every family that walks through our doors matters to us, and we want as many families as possible to access autism therapy covered by insurance. That’s why we accept Medicaid and most private insurance plans; so cost never gets in the way of your child reaching their full potential.

We currently accept:

Aetna
Ambetter Health
Buckeye
Cigna
Select Health
Champ VA
EMI Health
Health Choice
Medicaid
Molina
UMR
United Healthcare
Medical Mutual
Humana

How ABA Therapy Is Covered by Insurance

Securing insurance for ABA therapy is simpler than you might think. Here’s how the process works:

Reach out

  1. Fill out a quick intake form

Call us or fill out our insurance form. We’ll ask a few questions about your child and confirm we accept your insurance.

Verify your coverage

  1. Let us handle insurance

Our team can verify your insurance coverage or contact your insurance provider directly to confirm what’s included in your plan. You don’t need to lift a finger.

Complete an assessment

  1. Get an assessment + personalized plan

Once insurance coverage has been verified, one of our friendly BCBAs completes a detailed assessment of your child and builds an individualized treatment plan.

Send pre-authorization

  1. Get an assessment + personalized plan

We submit the treatment plan to your insurance and manage the approval process on your behalf.

Begin therapy

  1. Start ABA therapy within weeks

Once approved, your child can start personalized, play-based ABA therapy.

What ABA Therapy Insurance Covers

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Most insurance companies that cover ABA therapy include the initial assessment, weekly therapy hours, and ongoing BCBA supervision. The number of hours covered varies by plan, ranging from 10 to 40 hours per week, and is generally based on the individualized treatment plan. Our team will go through exactly what your policy includes before your child starts, so there are no surprises.

Will Insurance Cover ABA Therapy Without an Autism Diagnosis?

In most cases, insurance plans require a formal autism diagnosis before approving ABA therapy. If your child hasn’t been diagnosed yet, that’s okay. Getting a diagnosis is straightforward. We can provide one for you with an evaluation with our in-house clinical psychologist.

The Autism Scholarship Program

If insurance isn’t the right route for your family, there may be other options available depending on where you’re based. In Ohio, the Autism Scholarship Program is a state-funded alternative that redirects public school funding to approved ABA providers, and On Target ABA is one of them. Eligible families can access center-based ABA therapy at no out-of-pocket cost.

 

Learn more about the Autism Scholarship →

Don’t See Your Insurance?

If your insurance isn’t on the list, don’t give up. Applied behavior analysis insurance coverage can vary by plan, even within the same provider, and our team can check whether your specific policy qualifies. Give us a call. You might be closer to getting started than you think.

FAQS

FAQs About ABA Therapy Insurance Coverage

Yes, in most cases, ABA therapy is covered by the majority of major insurance plans as an evidence-based treatment for autism. The extent of coverage, including hours and co-pays, depends on your specific treatment plan. Our team will verify your ABA services insurance coverage before your child starts, so you know what to expect.

In most cases, insurers do not approve ABA for ADHD alone. While it can be beneficial for children with ADHD, ABA therapy is primarily recommended for children with an autism diagnosis. If your child has a dual diagnosis of autism and ADHD, coverage is more likely to be approved. We can discuss your child’s specific situation and help you find the right path forward.

To get pre-authorization for ABA therapy, your child’s BCBA must first complete a detailed assessment and build an individualized treatment plan, which is then submitted to your insurance provider for approval. At On Target ABA, our team handles this entire process on your behalf. We submit everything, handle any back-and-forth, and keep you updated until approval comes through. 

Pre-authorization timelines vary by insurer but typically take one to two weeks. Our team manages the entire process and will keep you updated at every step. We work to secure approval as quickly as possible so your child can get started right away.

Yes, we accept Medicaid for ABA therapy, and it typically covers the full cost of the therapy for eligible children. This includes assessment, therapy hours, and BCBA supervision.

Yes, Aetna covers ABA therapy, and we accept this insurance at our centers. Aetna coverage for applied behavior analysis typically includes assessment and ongoing therapy hours.

At our Utah branch, CHAMPVA covers ABA therapy for eligible dependents of veterans, and we are proud to accept it.

Yes, ABA therapy with UnitedHealthcare is available for eligible children. We accept this insurance in our centers, and it typically covers assessment, therapy hours, and BCBA supervision.

Check Your Autism Therapy Insurance Coverage

You’ve got enough on your plate. Let our team handle the insurance coverage of your ABA services so you can focus on getting your child the support they need. Reach out today, and we’ll verify your ABA insurance coverage.