Washington has no annual cap under the S.B. 5946 (2011). Here's what families and operators need to know.
No annual cap · S.B. 5946 (2011)Updated April 2026S.B. 5946 (2011)
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Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) covers ABA therapy for children under 21 with an autism diagnosis through EPSDT.
Washington's mandate has no annual dollar cap and no age limit. The Seattle metro area has one of the most competitive ABA provider markets in the country.
Yes. Washington's S.B. 5946 (2011) requires fully-insured plans to cover ABA therapy for individuals with autism with no annual dollar cap and no age limit.
Yes. Apple Health covers ABA therapy for children under 21 through EPSDT. Washington's managed care organizations coordinate ABA provider networks statewide.
The Seattle-Tacoma metro area has extensive ABA provider options. Spokane, Olympia, and Bellingham also have providers. Eastern Washington and rural areas rely more on telehealth services.
Higglo works with ABA providers across Washington on marketing, intake, and growth. Talk to our team about your program.
