Paying for ABA therapy in Texas is more accessible than most families realize. Texas law requires most insurance plans to cover ABA therapy for children with autism. At Olive Branch ABA, we accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Ambetter (Superior HealthPlan), plus Texas Medicaid through BCBS of Texas, Superior HealthPlan and Aetna — and our team handles insurance verification for you at no cost. Learn how to start ABA therapy in Texas or see what happens in a typical session.
Does Insurance Cover ABA Therapy in Texas?
Yes, for many plans. Texas law (Texas Insurance Code §1355.015) requires many health plans regulated in Texas to cover ABA therapy for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Coverage depends on your specific plan, so our team checks your benefits for you at no cost.
Insurance Plans Accepted at Olive Branch ABA
Olive Branch ABA currently accepts the following insurance plans in Houston and Austin, Texas:
Aetna — ABA therapy covered for children with autism diagnosis in Texas.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas — One of the most widely accepted plans at Olive Branch ABA. BCBS covers ABA therapy under most plan types including PPO and HMO.
Ambetter (Superior HealthPlan) — Olive Branch ABA accepts Ambetter for families enrolled through the Texas Health Insurance Marketplace.
Texas Medicaid — Olive Branch ABA is in network with three Texas Medicaid health plans: BCBS of Texas, Superior HealthPlan and Aetna, for eligible children with an autism diagnosis in the Houston and Austin areas. Our team will verify your child’s eligibility and handle prior authorization. Have a different Medicaid plan? Call us at 512-333-4539 and we’ll check your options.
Not sure if your plan is accepted? Call Olive Branch ABA and our team will verify your insurance for free — usually within one business day.
How Does ABA Insurance Authorization Work in Texas?
Step 1 — Your child receives a formal autism diagnosis from a licensed provider.
Step 2 — Olive Branch ABA contacts your insurance company to verify coverage and begin the prior authorization process.
Step 3 — Insurance approves the number of ABA therapy hours per week for your child.
Step 4 — Your child begins therapy at Olive Branch ABA in Houston or Austin.
Olive Branch ABA handles the entire authorization process for your family. You do not need to navigate insurance paperwork alone.
What If My Insurance Is Not Listed?
Contact Olive Branch ABA anyway. Insurance coverage changes frequently, so call us at 512-333-4539 and we’ll check your plan and talk through your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Texas law require insurance to cover ABA therapy?
Yes, for many plans. Texas Insurance Code §1355.015 requires many health plans regulated in Texas to cover ABA therapy for children diagnosed with autism. Coverage depends on your plan, so we check your benefits for you.
Does Olive Branch ABA accept Medicaid?
Yes, through three Texas Medicaid health plans: BCBS of Texas, Superior HealthPlan and Aetna, for eligible children with an autism diagnosis in the Houston and Austin areas. Have a different Medicaid plan? Call us at 512-333-4539.
Does Olive Branch ABA accept Ambetter?
Yes. Olive Branch ABA accepts Ambetter (Superior HealthPlan) for families enrolled through the Texas Health Insurance Marketplace.
How do I know if my insurance covers ABA therapy at Olive Branch ABA?
Call us or fill out our intake form. Our team will verify your insurance coverage for free and let you know exactly what is covered before your child’s first appointment.
Will I have a copay for ABA therapy at Olive Branch ABA?
Copays depend on your specific insurance plan. Our team will explain your exact out-of-pocket costs during the insurance verification process — before therapy begins.
Is prior authorization required for ABA therapy in Texas?
Most insurance plans require prior authorization before ABA therapy begins. Olive Branch ABA handles the entire prior authorization process for your family at no cost. Read more about what ABA therapy is and how it works.