Favors, Facts, and Fishnets: Shaping Autism Law and Policy

This session from the 2016 Michigan Autism Conference explores the evolution of autism insurance coverage, highlighting the transition from widespread non-coverage to significant reform with over 40 states enacting legislation mandating coverage for autism interventions, including ABA, since 2007. The discussion includes an analysis of the language used in autism insurance laws, a comparison of their key terms, and an overview of various health insurance plans, especially Medicaid policies.