Health plans can't cap weekly use of approved autism therapy hours
Health plans and insurers can't restrict when approved autism behavioral therapy hours are used within the six-month authorization, such as weekly caps that make unused hours expire. The hours stay available if their use fits the treatment plan and is documented.
Who it affects
People getting autism behavioral therapy, and health plans and insurers
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 2233: Behavioral health treatment plans.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.