Louisiana caps ABA coverage at $144,000 (through age 17) under the Act 648 (2008). Here's what families and operators need to know.
$144,000 (through age 17) · Act 648 (2008)Updated April 2026Act 648 (2008)
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Louisiana Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children under 21 with an autism diagnosis through EPSDT.
Louisiana has a $144,000 annual cap through age 17 — one of the highest caps among capped states. This generous cap supports intensive ABA programs for most families.
Louisiana caps ABA insurance coverage at $144,000 per year through age 17. This is one of the highest caps among states with dollar limits, supporting even intensive ABA programs.
Yes. Louisiana Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children under 21 through EPSDT. Louisiana expanded Medicaid in 2016, increasing the number of families eligible for ABA coverage.
Yes, for most families. At Louisiana's typical ABA rates, $144,000 per year easily covers full-time intensive ABA programs (30-40 hours/week). Very few families would exhaust this cap.
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