PA Autism Insurance Act (Act 62)Welcome to the PA Autism Insurance Act Web site! Our goal is to provide a central place to find information about the new Autism Insurance Act for family members, private health insurance companies, autism service providers and other stakeholders. The Department of Public Welfare, Pennsylvania Insurance Department and the Department of State are working together to successfully implement the Autism Insurance Act. Contact us with your questions, comments and requests at ra-in-autism@state.pa.us.
- Act 62 Information Sessions
- Find information about regional forums and meetings on Pennsylvania's autism insurance law.
- Autism Insurance Act Fact Sheet
- Information about issues such as coverage, requirements and treatments.
- Behavior Specialists
- Update and frequently asked questions on the requirements for Behavior Specialists and the licensing process.
- Credentialing Standards
- Resource for locating information on credentialing standards for behavioral health managed care organizations and related medical assistance information.
- Diagnostic Criteria and Assessment
- Comprehensive Austism Assessment planning tools and resources.
- Especially for Families
- Information to help families understand and get ready for Act 62.
- Especially for Providers
- Especially for Providers
- Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
- Subjects include general issues, covered services, private insurance, qualified providers and licensing.
- Pennsylvania Medical Assistance Program and Autism Services
- Information about the Medical Assistance program including information about processes, guidelines, and utilization of services that has been requested by private insurers.
Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Information on upcoming opportunities for training for educators, providers and families. Mailbox
Contact us with your questions, comments and requests.
Act 62 Statute
House Bill 1150 was signed into law on July 9, 2008 and became Act 62. The portion of the bill that deals with autism insurance begins on page 5, line 17.
Bureau of Autism Services Web site
Information about autism and autism services in Pennsylvania | 
