Insurance: Blue Shield Of california

Blue Shield Of california

In another decisive victory for families of children diagnosed with Autism, Blue Shield of California has agreed to retroactively coverapplied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy as a form of treatment. ABA therapy hadpreviously been viewed as purely educational, not a medical treatment. However, research has shown that treating children with Autism with this form of evidence-based therapy is a vital resource in helping them with their communication, behaviors, as well as academic skills."By taking this action, the Department of Insurance has put the entire health insurance industry in California on notice that denials of coverage for behavioral health treatment, including ABA therapy, must stop," said California Insurance Commissioner David Jones. "Existing state law requires and has required health insurers to provide coverage for Autism; we will continue to vigorously enforce that law and expect other health insurers to comply immediately."