2011 State Autism Insurance Reform Initiative Map

2011 State Autism Insurance Reform Initiative Map

Few private insurance companies or other employee benefit plans nationwide cover autism therapies. Most insurance companies designate autism as a diagnostic exclusion, meaning that no autism-specific services are covered.

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States (31) with enacted autism insurance reform laws

States with Autism Speaks-endorsed bills for 2012

  • Delaware 
  • Hawaii   
  • Minnesota
  • Nebraska
  • North Carolina 
  • Utah 

States pursuing  autism insurance reform in 2012 

  • Alabama
  • Georgia
  • Maryland 
  • Ohio
  • Oregon 
  • Washington

States not currently pursuing autism insurance reform

  • Idaho
  • Mississippi 
  • North Dakota 
  • Oklahoma
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Washington, DC 
  • Wyoming
 

*** UPDATE (Due to date01/27/22019) ***

Currently, 49 States Require Coverage Of Autism. Click here for the updated list.

It is important to note that the specific details of these laws can vary from state to state, so it is always best to check with your insurance provider to see what is covered under your plan. Additionally, other states may have enacted similar laws since the knowledge cutoff date for this Assistant.

*** UPDATE (Due to date 29 of April 2023) ***

StateCoverage
AlabamaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for children under 18.
AlaskaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
ArizonaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
ArkansasRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
CaliforniaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 26.
ColoradoRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
ConnecticutRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
DelawareRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
District of ColumbiaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
FloridaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
GeorgiaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
HawaiiRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
IdahoRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
IllinoisRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
IndianaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
IowaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
KansasRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
KentuckyRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
LouisianaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MaineRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MarylandRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MassachusettsRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MichiganRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MinnesotaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MississippiRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MissouriRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
MontanaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
NebraskaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
NevadaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
New HampshireRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
New JerseyRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
New MexicoRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
New YorkRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
North CarolinaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
North DakotaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
OhioRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
OklahomaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
OregonRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
PennsylvaniaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
Rhode IslandRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
South CarolinaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
South DakotaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
TennesseeRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
TexasRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
UtahRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
VermontRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
VirginiaRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
WashingtonRequires insurers to cover the diagnosis and treatment of ASD for children under 21.
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My name is Adi, and I am the proud parent of Saar, a lively 17-year-old who happens to have autism. I have created a blog, 101Autism.com, with the aim to share our family's journey and offer guidance to those who may be going through similar experiences. Saar, much like any other teenager, has a passion for football, cycling, and music. He is also a budding pianist and enjoys painting. However, his world is somewhat distinct. Loud sounds can be overwhelming, sudden changes can be unsettling, and understanding emotions can be challenging. Nevertheless, Saar is constantly learning and growing, and his unwavering resilience is truly remarkable.

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