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Insurance Guide · Maryland (MD)

ABA Therapy Insurance in Maryland

No Annual Cap · S.B. 171 (2012)

Annual Cap

No annual cap

Age Limit

No age limit

Plan Types

Individual and group fully-insured plans

Maryland Mandate Details

Mandate Law

S.B. 171 (2012)

Year Enacted

2012

Medicaid Coverage in Maryland

Maryland Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children under 21 with an autism diagnosis through EPSDT.

What to Know About ABA Coverage in Maryland

Maryland's mandate has no annual dollar cap and no age limit. The state's proximity to DC and strong provider network makes ABA services widely accessible in the Baltimore-Washington corridor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Maryland require insurance to cover ABA therapy?

Yes. Maryland's S.B. 171 (2012) requires fully-insured plans to cover ABA therapy for individuals with autism with no annual dollar cap and no age limit.

Does Maryland Medicaid cover ABA therapy?

Yes. Maryland Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children under 21 through EPSDT. The state's HealthChoice managed care program coordinates ABA services.

How is ABA provider availability in Maryland?

The Baltimore-Washington corridor has excellent ABA provider availability. Western Maryland and the Eastern Shore have fewer options, but the state's uncapped mandate and Medicaid coverage help ensure access.

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