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NC Medicaid & ABA Therapy Coverage

How NC Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children with autism. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and how to get started with Medicaid-funded ABA services.

NC Medicaid Coverage for ABA Therapy

North Carolina Medicaid provides comprehensive coverage for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. If your child has NC Medicaid, they are likely eligible for ABA services at no out-of-pocket cost.

What’s Covered

  • Comprehensive assessments — Functional Behavior Assessments and treatment planning
  • Individual ABA therapy — One-on-one sessions with a Registered Behavior Technician
  • BCBA supervision — Regular oversight by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst
  • Parent/caregiver training — Teaching you strategies to use at home
  • Telehealth services — Remote parent coaching and supervision

Eligibility

Your child may be eligible for Medicaid-funded ABA therapy if they:

  1. Are enrolled in NC Medicaid or NC Health Choice
  2. Have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  3. Have a medical necessity determination from a qualified provider

How We Help

We handle the Medicaid paperwork for you. Our intake team verifies your child’s eligibility, obtains necessary authorizations, and coordinates with your Medicaid plan so you can focus on what matters — your child’s progress.

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Our team will check your NC Medicaid benefits for ABA therapy in North Carolina — free of charge.

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