Illinois HB5225 amends the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act to allow speech-language pathologists to diagnose autism.
HB5225 amends the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act to allow speech-language pathologists to diagnose autism spectrum disorders in children under 3 years old if they are trained in autism diagnostic evaluation methods. The bill also mandates that insurers cover treatment for autism spectrum disorders, including applied behavior analysis, when deemed medically necessary. It prohibits insurers from denying coverage or refusing to provide services based on an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis or the use of benefits. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2027.
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