If you need help understanding funding for services and systems of care, please contact our Family Support Team.
Individual or Employer Insurance
Contact your insurance plan's benefits department. Many insurance plans cover speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Some plans also cover ABA therapy. Follow the steps described here to determine your plan's autism insurance benefits:
www.azautism.org/insurance
State Agencies
Early Intervention Program (AZEIP)
AZ Department of Economic Security
https://des.az.gov/services/disabilities/developmental-infant
1 (844) 770-9500 - Option 5 for AzEIP
Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
AZ Department of Economic Security
https://des.az.gov/services/disabilities/developmental-disabilities
1 (844) 770-9500 - Option 4 to enroll in DDD
DDD Health Plans
Mercy Care & UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
https://des.az.gov/services/disabilities/developmental-disabilities/individuals-and-families/supports-and-services/ddd-health-plans-info
Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)
AZ Department of Education
www.azed.gov/esa
(602) 364-1969
Federal Funding (Title 19)
Arizona Long Term Care Services (ALTCS)
Arizona Medicaid Program (AHCCCS)
https://www.azahcccs.gov/Members/Downloads/Publications/DE-828_english.pdf
(602) 417‐6600 - Phoenix office
