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Follow-Up to June 15, 2026 ALERT - Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy Diagnostic Requirements

Alabama Medicaid·AL · Pediatrics, Psychiatry·Specialty Services
Effective date
Not stated
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Days to comply
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Summary

Alabama Medicaid has paused the implementation of new Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy diagnostic requirements that were set to take effect July 1, 2026. The agency will provide additional guidance and clarity on these requirements at a later date.

Action Required

Action needed
Monitor for additional guidance from Alabama Medicaid regarding ABA therapy diagnostic requirements. Continue billing ABA services according to current Medicaid rules and regulations until new guidance is issued. Check appliedbehavioranalysis@medicaid.alabama.gov for updates.

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