Four simple steps: we handle the insurance side so you can focus on your child.
Boutique agency established in 2015
Boutique agency established in 2015
Achievement Behavior Services accepts UnitedHealthcare insurance for ABA therapy services in New York and New Jersey.
If your child has been diagnosed with autism, coverage may already be in place. Contact us to verify your UHC benefits and begin services without delay.
Yes, UnitedHealthcare covers ABA therapy for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Under federal mental health parity laws and state autism mandates in both New York and New Jersey, UnitedHealthcare is required to cover medically necessary ABA therapy. This means that if your child holds a documented ASD diagnosis and ABA therapy is recommended by a licensed provider, your plan cannot deny coverage solely on the basis of cost limits or visit caps.
At Achievement Behavior Services, every ABA program is designed and overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®). We work directly with UHC to handle prior authorization, treatment plan submissions, and ongoing utilization reviews, so your family focuses on your child, not the paperwork.
ABA therapy services your child needs, fully covered under your UnitedHealthcare plan.
A BCBA evaluates your child's needs and builds a treatment plan submitted directly to UnitedHealthcare for authorization.
Structured sessions at our ABA centers, covered under your UnitedHealthcare plan when prior-authorized.
One-on-one therapy in your home across New York and New Jersey, billed directly to UnitedHealthcare.
BCBA-led sessions teaching you strategies to reinforce your child's goals between therapy visits.
Data tracked every session. Treatment plans updated and resubmitted to UnitedHealthcare at every renewal.
Four simple steps: we handle the insurance side so you can focus on your child.
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A formal autism diagnosis from a licensed provider is required before UnitedHealthcare approves ABA therapy.
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We contact UnitedHealthcare directly to confirm your coverage, copays, and authorization requirements, at no cost to you.
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Our BCBA prepares and submits all clinical documentation to UnitedHealthcare. We handle every follow-up until approved.
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Once authorized, your child’s sessions start, at home, at our center, or in the community.
Medicaid
Aetna
Bluecross Blueshield
Carelon
Compsych
Healthfirst
Magellan
Optum
United Healthcare
Alliance Health
Vaya Health
Trillium
Priority Partners
Wellcare
Healthy Blue
Amerihealth Caritas
Do you have Questions?
We’ve got answers — dive into our FAQs below!
Yes. Both states have autism insurance mandates requiring UnitedHealthcare to cover medically necessary ABA therapy for children diagnosed with ASD.
Most UnitedHealthcare plans require a referral from a pediatrician or developmental specialist along with a formal ASD diagnosis. Our intake team will confirm what your plan specifically requires.
Typically 7 to 21 business days after a complete treatment plan is submitted. ABS handles all authorization paperwork on your behalf.
It depends on your plan. When you contact us, we verify your benefits and tell you exactly what to expect before services begin.
You have the right to appeal. ABS will prepare the clinical documentation and support you through the appeals process.
Contact our intake team to confirm which UnitedHealthcare plan types we are currently contracted with, including Medicaid managed care.
ABS accepts UnitedHealthcare in New York and New Jersey. Verify your coverage today and get your child started without delay.