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Blue Gems ABA featured graphic about coordinating ABA therapy with preschool and special education in Columbus, Nebraska.

Coordinating ABA Therapy with Preschool and Special Education in Columbus, NE

In a community the size of Columbus, the people who support your child often know each other. The preschool teacher may have worked with your child’s speech therapist for years, and the school team may already know the families down the street. That closeness can be a real advantage for a child with autism spectrum […]

Where to get an autism evaluation near Columbus, Nebraska — Blue Gems ABA guide for parents.

Where to Get an Autism Evaluation Near Columbus Nebraska

Maybe your child stopped using words they used to say. Maybe a daycare teacher pulled you aside, or you’ve noticed your toddler lines up toys for hours and doesn’t turn when you call their name. When something feels different, the next step is often an autism evaluation. In a city the size of Columbus, it […]

Does Medicaid pay for ABA therapy in Overland Park, Kansas? Blue Gems ABA guide to KanCare coverage and eligibility.

Does Medicaid Pay for ABA Therapy in Overland Park, Kansas?

In Kansas, Medicaid goes by a different name. Most families know it as KanCare, and that is the program that pays for applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) for many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Overland Park.1 ABA coverage through KanCare is newer than many parents realize. For years, these services reached only a […]

Blue Gems ABA graphic about ABA therapy deductibles, copays, and coinsurance

ABA Therapy Deductibles, Copays and Coinsurance: What Parents Actually Pay

“Your insurance covers ABA therapy” is welcome news, and it still leaves most parents wondering what they’ll owe. Coverage means your plan will pay for applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) under its rules. Those rules usually leave part of the bill with you, through a deductible, copays or coinsurance.123 The terms are easy to mix […]

Does Medicaid pay for ABA therapy in Timonium, Maryland? Blue Gems ABA guide to Medicaid coverage.

Does Medicaid Pay for ABA Therapy in Timonium, Maryland?

Parents in Timonium often call us with one question before any other: will Medicaid pay for my child’s therapy? It’s a fair place to start. Applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy) is one of the most recommended supports for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and it usually takes place several days a week. Maryland Medicaid […]

Micah Friddle Vice President of Payer Strategy Blue Gems ABA

Blue Gems ABA Names Micah Friddle Vice President of Payer Strategy

Blue Gems ABA names Micah Friddle, M.S., BCBA, Vice President of Payer Strategy to lead payer partnerships, outcomes, and value-based care.

Moving to Omaha with a child receiving ABA therapy – Blue Gems ABA guide to transferring autism therapy services.

Moving to Omaha With a Child Who Receives ABA Therapy: How to Transfer Care Omaha Center

Moving to a new city is a lot for any family. There are boxes to pack and schools to enroll in, all while you learn a new neighborhood. When your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and receives applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy), the list gets longer. You want to protect the progress they’ve made […]

Blue Gems ABA article image about where parents can get an autism evaluation for their child in Omaha, Nebraska.

Where to Get an Autism Evaluation in Omaha: A Parent’s Guide

Noticing that your child is developing differently from other kids their age can leave you with a lot of questions. Your toddler might not be using many words yet, or a preschool teacher may have mentioned something at pickup. For most families, the next step is an autism evaluation. Finding one can feel like a […]

Can a child have both Medicaid and private insurance for ABA therapy? Blue Gems ABA article graphic.

Can a Child Have Both Medicaid and Private Insurance for ABA Therapy?

Insurance is confusing enough with one plan. When your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and you’re trying to arrange applied behavior analysis (ABA therapy), a second plan can raise even more questions. Some parents worry that having private insurance will disqualify their child from Medicaid. Others assume they have to pick one plan and […]

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