Does Medicaid Cover ABA Therapy in Indiana?

Published April 8, 2026

Yes — Indiana Medicaid (Hoosier Healthwise) covers ABA therapy for children and teens under 21 with an autism diagnosis. Indiana delivers Medicaid services through managed care organizations, and the Indianapolis metro has a growing ABA provider network. Here's how to access coverage.

Indiana Medicaid managed care plans

Hoosier Healthwise is Indiana's Medicaid program for children and pregnant women. ABA therapy is covered through managed care organizations:

• MDwise — Indiana-based plan, statewide coverage
• Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Indiana — statewide
• UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Indiana — statewide

Indiana's autism insurance mandate

Indiana Senate Bill 555 (IC 27-8-14.2) requires fully-insured commercial health plans to cover ABA therapy for children with autism through age 16. Coverage is capped at $36,000 per year. Families with children on private insurance should contact their insurer to initiate a referral.

How to access ABA through Indiana Medicaid

1. Confirm your Hoosier Healthwise plan at in.gov/fssa/4380.htm or call 1-800-889-9949.
2. Get an autism diagnosis from a licensed psychologist, physician, or psychiatrist.
3. Contact your managed care plan for in-network ABA providers, or search FindABA.
4. Complete prior authorization — typically 7–14 days for approval.
5. Services begin at no cost to you.

Indiana resources

• Indiana Medicaid: in.gov/medicaid
• IN BDDS (adult services): in.gov/fssa/ddrs
• Autism Society of Indiana: autismindiana.org
• Medicaid helpline: 1-800-889-9949