Increases funding for applied behavioral analysis services for autism in Hawaii.

The bill increases funding for applied behavioral analysis services for individuals with autism in Hawaii. It addresses the issue of insufficient reimbursement rates for these services, which has led to difficulties in accessing care. The bill allocates funds to the Department of Human Services' medQUEST division to increase reimbursement rates, aiming to improve access to care and match the higher rates offered by other programs. The funding will be matched by federal funds, and the changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Increases funding for applied behavioral analysis services for autism in Hawaii.

The bill increases funding for applied behavioral analysis services for individuals with autism in Hawaii. It addresses the issue of insufficient reimbursement rates for these services, which has led to difficulties in accessing care. The bill allocates funds to the Department of Human Services' medQUEST division to increase reimbursement rates, aiming to improve access to care and match the higher rates offered by other programs. The funding will be matched by federal funds, and the changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.