Autism and ABA resources from the Orchid Academy team: guides on diagnosis, IEPs, insurance, therapy hours, and everyday parenting for Washington families.
ABA reauthorization decides whether therapy continues and at how many hours. What your plan reviews, why hours get cut, and what to do before the next review.
Oct 30, 2026 · 9 min read
If your autistic child was kicked out of daycare in Washington: what the rules require, your rights under the ADA, free evaluations, and full-day options.
Oct 30, 2026 · 7 min read
Does Aetna cover ABA therapy? For autism, yes, when its medical necessity guide is met. What Aetna asks for, the hours it uses, and what to ask before you start.
Oct 30, 2026 · 7 min read
ABA therapist turnover is common. What the research says, what a provider should do when your child's RBT leaves, and what to ask about staffing at intake.
Oct 23, 2026 · 9 min read
Yes, but the BACB ethics code limits the reasons and requires a written plan. What you are owed, how attendance and cancellation rules apply, and next steps.
Oct 23, 2026 · 9 min read
How long does it take to start ABA therapy in Washington? The nine steps from diagnosis to first session, the insurer deadlines, and how to shorten the wait.
Oct 23, 2026 · 9 min read
The 2027 ABA CPT code changes take effect January 1, 2027: six new codes, 0362T and 0373T retired, and 97155 split. What it means for your child's authorization and EOB.
Oct 23, 2026 · 7 min read
Kindergarten is not mandatory in Washington. School attendance is required from age 8, with a catch for enrolled 6- and 7-year-olds. Here is how families plan around ABA.
Oct 22, 2026 · 7 min read
Pairing in ABA is how a therapist builds trust before teaching. What it looks like in the first weeks, signs it is working, red flags, and when re-pairing is needed.
Oct 22, 2026 · 7 min read
A single case agreement lets your insurer pay an out-of-network ABA provider at in-network cost. How it works in Washington, when a gap exception applies, and what to ask.
Oct 22, 2026 · 6 min read
Does Cigna cover ABA therapy? For autism, yes, when Cigna's medical necessity rules are met. Here's what Cigna asks for, what it won't pay for, and what to ask first.
Oct 16, 2026 · 7 min read
Regence BlueShield covers ABA for autism in Washington, with pre-authorization for kids under 18. See Policy No. 18, the Nov 2026 changes, and how to appeal.
Oct 16, 2026 · 7 min read
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