OptionsforCoverageofTreatmentforAutismSpectrum：对自闭症治疗的覆盖选项.pdfVIP

September 12, 2013 Options for Coverage of Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Minnesota Report to the Minnesota Legislature Submitted by the Minnesota Department of Commerce 1 For information about this report, please contact Peter Brickwedde by phone at 651-539-1443, or by email at peter.brickwedde@state.mn.us 2 Table of Contents Introduction – Page 4 Executive Summary – Page 5 What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? – Page 6 What are the Treatments for ASD? – Page 6 How is Treatment Covered in Other States? – Page 7 How is Treatment for ASD Covered in Minnesota? – Page 8 The cost of treatment for Intensive Behavioral Therapies (IBT) in Minnesota – Page 9 Options for Future Coverage of IBT in Minnesota – Page 10 Appendix A – Page 17 Bibliography – Page 19 3 Introduction: In the 2013 Legislative Session, the Legislature charged the Minnesota Department of Commerce with preparing a report on options for coverage of treatment for autism spectrum disorders in Minnesota. Omnibus Health and Human Services Finance Bill, Session Law 2013 Chapter 108 STUDY AND RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING MINNESOTA COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH ASSOCIATION. By August 15, 2013, the Department of Commerce shall study and report to the legislature on reasonable and efficient options for coverage for high-quality, medically necessary, evidence- based treatment of autism spectrum disorders up to age 18, including whether the Minnesota Comprehensive Health Association could provide coverage options through January 1, 2016, under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 62E. 4 Executive Summary