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Is ABA Therapy Covered by Insurance? Ontario Guide

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Coverage depends on the
plan, service, provider,

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and documentation.

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Obtain the insurer's current
confirmation before treatment

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or payment, including any
referral, pre-authorization,

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or documentation requirement.

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Some plans distinguish between
"speech therapy" (covered)

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and "speech assessment"
(not covered).

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ABA therapy (often considered
"educational") is commonly NOT

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covered by extended health
benefits.

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Most employer-sponsored health
plans include coverage for

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paramedical services like
psychology, speech therapy,

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occupational therapy, and
naturopathic medicine.

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Read the guide
www.endthewaitontario.com/autism-insurance-ontario