Autism Insurance Mandates in the US: Comparison of Mandated Commercial Insurance Benefits Across States.

Kristen R ChoiElizabeth A KnightBradley D SteinKaren J Coleman

Published in: Maternal and child health journal (2021)

There is a need for continued research evaluating the impact of autism mandates and benefit parameters on access to care, service utilization, and clinical outcomes for the ASD population. Stakeholder engagement and understanding the impact of autism mandates on clinical and patient-centered outcomes may provide direction for policy advocacy and public health initiatives.

Keyphrases

autism spectrum disorder
public health
intellectual disability
healthcare
affordable care act
mental health
quality improvement
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
health insurance
palliative care
social media
long term care
pain management
type diabetes
insulin resistance