Kansas caps ABA coverage at $36,000 per year under the S.B. 262 (2014). Here's what families and operators need to know.
$36,000 per year · S.B. 262 (2014)Updated April 2026S.B. 262 (2014)
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Kansas Medicaid (KanCare) covers ABA therapy for children under 21 with an autism diagnosis through EPSDT.
Kansas mandates ABA coverage with a $36,000 annual cap through age 19. KanCare (Medicaid) provides an additional coverage pathway for eligible families.
Kansas caps ABA insurance coverage at $36,000 per year through age 19 for individuals with autism on fully-insured plans.
Yes. KanCare covers ABA therapy for children under 21 through EPSDT. Families should contact their KanCare managed care organization for provider information and authorization requirements.
ABA provider availability is strongest in the Kansas City metro area, Wichita, and Topeka. Rural Kansas has fewer providers, though telehealth ABA services continue to expand access across the state.
Higglo works with ABA providers across Kansas on marketing, intake, and growth. Talk to our team about your program.
