New CMS Resource Aims to Improve Medicaid Autism Care
HCI Innovation Group
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released a new toolkit to help states manage the 421 percent surge in ABA spending, which significantly outpaces the growth in diagnosed autism cases. This resource provides guidance on preventing fraud, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and securing evidence-based care for children receiving treatment. The initiative aims to address rising expenditures and inconsistent clinical practices by offering practical tools for policy oversight and provider qualification.
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