Insurance

Information and links to help navigate insurance.

Insurance (5)

Mental Health Parity

All interaction with the insurance company, including phone calls, needs to be documented in writing. Email is okay as long as it’s clear that any information shared comes directly from the insurer.

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Finding Autism-Competent Health Care

Why do we call it “autism-competent health care” instead of “autism-friendly health care?” Because medical providers can be friendly but not understand the best way to treat autistic patients. It’s an education issue, not an attitude issue.

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Insurance: Turning 26

For an autistic person on a parent’s health plan, part of managing adult health care is researching and understanding the options for health insurance as age 26 approaches.

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Finding Help With Autism Insurance Coverage

All 50 states have laws that say insurance companies must pay for autism treatment, although what is covered can vary. For those with private insurance coverage, the first step is...

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Medicare for Older Adults and Caregivers

For caregivers whose autistic adults already have Medicare or Medicaid, any change in insurance must be reported to Medicare as soon as possible — even if it is simply changing from one employer’s insurance to another. Medicare requires current information for all guardians of adults on Medicare or Medicaid.

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