Texas has no annual cap under the S.B. 1484 (2007). Here's what families and operators need to know.
No annual cap · S.B. 1484 (2007)Updated April 2026S.B. 1484 (2007)
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Texas Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children under 21 with an autism diagnosis through EPSDT.
Texas has no annual dollar cap and no age limit, making it one of the strongest mandates in the country. The state's large and diverse metro areas support extensive ABA provider networks.
Yes. Texas S.B. 1484 (2007) requires fully-insured plans to cover ABA therapy for individuals with autism with no annual dollar cap and no age limit.
Yes. Texas Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children under 21 through EPSDT. Texas has multiple Medicaid managed care organizations that coordinate ABA services across the state.
Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio have extensive ABA provider networks. Rural Texas has fewer providers, but the state's large market continues to attract new ABA companies and telehealth is expanding.
Higglo works with ABA providers across Texas on marketing, intake, and growth. Talk to our team about your program.
