Medicaid Funding

Exploring the Medicaid Funding Practices in Autism Clinics

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A group of young children with autism engages in therapy activities at a clinic, while a caregiver observes and takes notes on their progress.

While some clinics argue that this practice is beneficial for the children’s rest and recovery, critics assert that it is primarily a strategy to extend billable hours and increase revenue, as highlighted in How Profit-Seeking Autism Clinics Can Harm Kids. In 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued guidance emphasizing the need for … Read more