91,974
children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
ABA therapy (often considered "educational") is commonly NOT covered by extended health benefits.
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Is ABA Therapy Covered by Insurance? Ontario Guide Coverage depends on the plan, service, provider, and documentation. Obtain the insurer's current confirmation before treatment or payment, including any referral, pre-authorization, or documentation requirement. Some plans distinguish between "speech therapy" (covered) and "speech assessment" (not covered). ABA therapy (often considered "educational") is commonly NOT covered by extended health benefits. Most employer-sponsored health plans include coverage for paramedical services like psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and naturopathic medicine. Read the guide www.endthewaitontario.com/autism-insurance-ontario
Download English captions (WebVTT)ABA therapy (often considered "educational") is commonly NOT covered by extended health benefits. A short explainer with music and captions. 51 seconds.
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91,974
children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
1 in 50
According to the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth, about 1 in 50 children and youth aged 1 to 17 in Canada had an autism diagnosis
22.5%
Only 20,711 children have active funding agreements (22.5%), less than one in four
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