Minnesota Issues Provisional Licenses to 433 Autism Service Providers Under New Oversight Law
Minnesota's Department of Human Services received provisional license applications from 433 of 481 autism service provider sites under a new state law requiring licensure for Medicaid-funded autism services. The licensing requirement was enacted to increase oversight following explosive program growth and fraud allegations in recent years. The high application rate suggests most providers are seeking to remain in the Medicaid program under the new regulatory framework. This represents a significant expansion of state oversight over previously less-regulated autism service delivery.
Managed care organizations contracting with autism service providers in Minnesota will need to verify provisional licensure status and prepare for potential network disruptions if non-compliant providers exit the program.
Managed Care · Behavioral Health
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