FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Service Related Questions, Answered for You
WHAT IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR CHILDREN DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM?
Every child or adult with autism has unique strengths and challenges, so there is no one size fits all, but scientific studies show that Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the most effective treatment for autism compared to other therapies. ABA is often used in schools and home to help your child learn positive behaviors and reduce negative ones. This approach can be used to improve a wide range of skills, and there are different types of teaching for different situations, Including: Discrete trial training (DTT), Pivotal response training(PRT), Early intensive behavioral intervention(EIBI), Verbal behavior intervention(VBI)
DO YOU OFFER FREE CONSULTATIONS?
Yes, we do offer free consultation. No matter your child has services or not, Above All Autism Center is willing to assist you with any questions and concerns, because we cares about your child and hoping your child can get the best.
WHO PAYS YOUR ABA SERVICES?
In california, there are four potential funding sources for your ABA program. They are:
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local school district
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Your health insurance
HOW SHOULD I GET ABA SERVICES FROM INSURANCE FUNDING?
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First, visit a primary care physician, licensed psychologist, or licensed psychiatrist and tell them any current concerns with development, behavior problems, etc.
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Second, ask a medical doctor or licensed psychologist to prescribe ABA services. After getting that prescription, call the managed care plan and request ABA services. This can usually be done by calling the member services number on the back of the insurance card.
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The managed care plan may direct callers to an ABA provider that is in-network or redirect them to the provider directory to research different ABA providers and make a selection.
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Contact one or more ABA providers. See if they are currently accepting new clients or if there is a waiting list. Ask about the program.
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After finding an ABA provider, they may offer assistance in getting services started. Be ready to send them a copy of the insurance card, the client’s date of birth, and the prescription for ABA services. Please make sure you have verified they are a legitimate ABA agency. You do not want to send your child’s personal information to the wrong person.
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If an ABA agency intends to provide service, they will likely request a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) from your managed care plan prior to the onset of intervention. This is intended to assess the current level of development and observe any reported behavior problems.
WHO CAN PROVIDE ABA SERVICES?
• A qualified autism service provider.
"Qualified autism service provider" means either of the following: (A) A person, entity, or group that is certified by a national entity, such as the Behavior Analyst Certification
Board… OR (B) A person licensed as a physician and surgeon, physical therapist,
occupational therapist, psychologist, marriage and family therapist, educational
psychologist, clinical social worker, professional clinical counselor, speech-language
pathologist, or audiologist pursuant to Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code…
provided the services are within the experience and competence of the licensee.