The program is currently accepting applications until May 18, 2014. Applying is easy and can be done on-line here. If you know someone whose child might qualify, please let them know about the program.
Program Information
- The Medicaid Autism Waiver is a program to assist children age 2 through 6 who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- The waiver provides in-home services using treatment methods that have been proven to be effective for children with ASD
- Approximately 290 children will be served by the Medicaid Autism Waiver each year
- Openings on the waiver are distributed based on geographical areas within the state using population figures from the 2010 US Census (ex. If an area contains 10% of the state population, it will receive 10% of the waiver openings.)
Requirements
- Be between 2 and 6 years of age
- Have an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis from a clinician who is authorized within the scope of their licensure
- Only the child’s income and assets are used to determine eligibility for the program
- All other factors of Medicaid eligibility must be met (ex. US Citizen or qualified alien, etc.)
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| Thank you, Representative Menlove, for sponsoring HB88. |
