Missouri just passed a new law requiring health insurance coverage for Autism Spectrum Disorders.  In April 2009, the Missouri State Senate passed Assembly Bill 167, which requires insurance companies to provide coverage of evidence-based, medically necessary autism therapies.   The Missouri House completes the needed legislation for ASD coverage in Missouri.

In Kansas, Kate’s Law remains pending.  Kate’s Law would bring to Kansas insurance coverage for Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Insurance covering autism is mandated by 15 other states, but understanding the coverage has proven to be a challenge.  Click here for Frequently Asked Questions about each state’s covereage.

The 15 states with insurance coverage are: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas and Wisconsin.