ABA therapy in Arizona
220 ABA therapy providers list a practice address in 1 Arizona city on this list. Pick your city for the full list with phone numbers, then check what AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System), Arizona's Medicaid program and your insurance pay.
- 220ABA therapy providers
- 1city covered
- $17.91Medicaid rate per 15 minutes
At 40 hours a week, Arizona Medicaid's technician rate comes to $2,865.60 of billed ABA, the 2nd highest of the 6 states on this list (North Carolina: $3,329.60). Source: AHCCCS fee schedule (FFY27 (effective 10/01/2026)) and North Carolina's (2026).
Autism centers in Arizona
| City | ABA therapy providers | With analysts at the address | Autism evaluators | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABA therapy in Phoenix | 220 | 44 | 113 | Cost in Phoenix |
Chains with locations here: Action Behavior Centers, BlueSprig, Hopebridge, Kyo Autism Therapy. Most providers on the list are independent practices.
Does Arizona Medicaid cover ABA therapy?
Yes. AHCCCS covers behavior analysis (ABA) services for members with autism spectrum disorder, and for other diagnoses when medically necessary. Source: AHCCCS.
Who qualifies by age: No age limit. AHCCCS health plans say ABA is open to members of any age who meet medical necessity. Source: Mercy Care, Arizona Complete Health.
Diagnosis first: ABA is covered for autism and for other diagnoses when it is medically necessary. To get an autism diagnosis, start with your child's doctor, who may refer you to a specialist for a full evaluation. Source: AHCCCS [2], Mercy Care.
Early intervention: Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP)
Babies and toddlers from birth to 3 years old with delays or disabilities. Source: Arizona Department of Economic Security [2].
A service coordinator helps your family build a personal plan for your child. Services are given at home or in your community by a local agency. Source: Arizona Department of Economic Security.
Free for families. With your consent, AzEIP may bill your health insurance or AHCCCS for some services. Source: Arizona Department of Economic Security.
How to start: Anyone with concerns can refer a child online, by email, or by phone at (888) 592-0140. A service coordinator then calls the family to plan the next steps. Source: Arizona Department of Economic Security [2].
Waivers for autistic children in Arizona
Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) for people with developmental disabilities, through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
ALTCS members served by DDD get health care through a DDD Health Plan (Mercy Care or UnitedHealthcare Community Plan), including behavior analysis services, plus some long-term services and supports. Source: Arizona Department of Economic Security.
Who qualifies: People with autism that started before age 18 are referred to DDD when they apply for ALTCS. Children under 6 at risk of a disability may also qualify. From age 6, there must be major limits in daily life skills. Source: AHCCCS, Arizona Department of Economic Security.
The Arizona autism insurance law
A.R.S. 20-826.04 (hospital and medical service corporations) and A.R.S. 20-1057.11 (health care services organizations) Source: Arizona State Legislature [2].
Which plans it binds: Plans from hospital or medical service corporations and health care services organizations. It does not cover plans sold to individuals or small employers, or care outside Arizona. Source: Arizona State Legislature [2].
Dollar limit: No dollar limit. Plans may not set dollar limits based only on an autism diagnosis, but normal deductibles and copays can still apply. Source: Arizona State Legislature.
A state law like this doesn't reach self-funded employer plans, which follow federal rules instead. Ask HR whether your plan is fully insured or self-funded.