Early and Periodic Screening Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) is a benefit made available to all
Medicaid-enrolled children under age 21 to ensure they receive appropriate preventive, dental, mental
health, developmental, and specialty services. New Jersey has amended its Medicaid State Plan to
adopt coverage of medically necessary autism services.
This resource offers parents, family members, and other caregivers of children with autism spectrum
disorders (ASD) information about autism services available through Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare, the
process for accessing them, answers to frequently asked questions, and resources to learn more and
provide assistance.
Family Guide to Autism Services
Funded by Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare
Contents
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) .........................................................................................
Allied Health (Occupational, Physical, Speech, and Language Therapies) .........................
Augmentative and Alternative Communication ...................................................................
Clinical Interventions ...........................................................................................................
Developmental and Relationship-based Approaches ..........................................................
Sensory Integration Therapy ................................................................................................
Skill Acquisition and Capacity Building ...............................................................................
Resources to Learn More about Autism Treatment and Intervention Approaches ............
Available Services ................................................................................................................
Approval of Services ............................................................................................................
Providers ..............................................................................................................................
Coordination of Care ............................................................................................................
Language Barriers ................................................................................................................
Care Management ................................................................................................................
Children's System of Care ....................................................................................................
Government Agencies in New Jersey ..................................................................................
Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare Autism Inquiry Hotline ................................................................
Managed Care Organizations ..............................................................................................
Autism Organizations ..........................................................................................................
Disability Resources in New Jersey .....................................................................................
How to Access Autism Services .................................................... 3
Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare Funded Services ..................................... 4
Frequently Asked Questions by Families of Children with ASD ......... 7
Resources .................................................................................. 13
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Enrolled with an MCO: Medicaid/NJ
FamilyCare members who are currently
enrolled in a Managed Care Organization
(MCO) should contact their MCO using the
phone number on the back of their managed
care identification card.
Not Yet Enrolled with an MCO: Medicaid/NJ
FamilyCare Members who are not yet enrolled
in an MCO may wait until they are enrolled or,
they can contact a provider and ask what
managed care organizations they accept. This
may assist you in selecting a MCO.
Access
Once a child is diagnosed, access to services is
then based on the individual needs of the child.
Specific services will be determined based on
clinical evaluation and parental choice.
Eligibility
Any Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare member (ages 0-21)
with an autism diagnosis made by a Qualified
Healthcare Professional (QHP).
A QHP is a healthcare provider with a license that
allows them to assess and diagnose conditions
like Autism Spectrum Disorder. QHPs generally
includes physicians, psychologists and Advanced
Practice Nurses (APNs).
Service Provision
and Monitoring
After a service is selected, a treatment plan will be
developed based on the child’s needs.This plan
will be updated regularly. Providers work with the
family and the Managed Care Organization’s
(MCO) care management unit to monitor the
child’s progress and the effectiveness of those
services.
How to Access Autism Services
Settings
Treatment may be provided anywhere in the
community including the home.
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Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare Covered Services
The following autism services are currently available through Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare:
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
ABA is an individualized, skill-based, and positive approach to understanding and improving people’s
behavior and quality of life. ABA offers a wide variety of techniques to teach new skills (e.g.,
communication, social interaction, daily living skills), decrease challenging behavior through more
functional communication, and help individuals use their new skills in different situations. In ABA
treatment, a behavior analyst will break down complex skills into smaller parts and encourage an
individual with autism to practice and combine those parts until they master the overall skill.
Approved providers: Board Certified Behavior Analysts and those under their supervision
Allied Health (Occupational, Physical, Speech and Language)
Allied health services include Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech Therapy (ST) and Physical Therapy
(PT) for the treatment of autism. Licensed Occupational, Physical or Speech Therapists work with
individuals with autism to improve motor skills, reciprocal play skills, the frequency and quality of
speech and overall communication skills to enhance daily living.
Approved providers: New Jersey licensed Physical and Occupational Therapists and Speech
Language Pathologists (frequently called speech therapists)
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Communication methods and/or devices are used to supplement or replace speech or writing for
individuals with ASD. The devices and therapies assist children who are having difficulty speaking or
writing to communicate. Augmentative and alternative communication devices must be medically
necessary and ordered by a physician or advanced practice nurse.
Approved providers: Speech Language Pathologists may provide therapy and recommend the
appropriate equipment supplied by Durable Medical Equipment providers.
Clinical Interventions
Privately practicing clinicians can provide additional behavioral and/or developmental therapies to
assist children with autism. Assessments are completed to develop an integrated plan of care which
is designed to provide parent coaching, education and parent/family/caregiver support.
Approved providers: Psychologists, psychiatrists or psychiatric mental health Advanced Practice
Nurses (APNs) or any licensed behavioral health clinician contracted with your managed care
organization.
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Developmental and Relationship-based Approaches
Relationship based approaches are part of a broader category of developmental approaches
designed to assist children with autism. Relationship based approaches focus on the importance of
relationships. Several types of relationship based models exist including the Developmental,
Individual-difference, Relationship-based (DIR) Floortime model. DIR Floortime is a child-led approach
during which an adult follows a child’s lead and focuses on objects of interest to the child. This
service integrates psychodynamic and cognitive learning principles designed to address social
engagement, social communication, and broadening the individual’s interests.
Approved providers: Providers certified by the Greenspan Floortime Approach Credentialing Center,
the Interdisciplinary Council on Development and Learning (ICDL), or Profectum. Other DIR
approaches must be certified by a nationally recognized credentialing entity.
Sensory Integration Therapy
Sensory integration therapy is intended to provide a child with help receiving and processing input
from their senses. The therapy helps the child create an appropriate response to sight, sound, or
touch information encountered in their environment. By exposing children to sensory stimulation in a
structured, repetitive way, over time, the therapy may help the brain to adapt and allow the child to
process and react to sensations more efficiently. These changes may expand the child’s ability to
complete activities of daily living and improve their quality of life.
Approved providers: Specially trained Occupational Therapist certified by a nationally recognized
certification entity.
Skill Acquisition and Capacity Building
In addition to services available through Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare, children diagnosed with autism
who also have an intellectual/developmental disability (IDD), may also be eligible to receive skill
acquisition and capacity building services. The Department of Children and Families will evaluate your
child to determine if they are eligible for this type of intervention, and potentially other IDD services.
These services will assist children in actively participating in social, school and work activities and
strengthen their skills while building confidence. One can find out about these services by calling
PerformCare at 877-652-7624. Any Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare enrolled child is guaranteed access to
these services if they meet the eligibility requirements established by the Department of Children and
Families.
Approved providers: Providers contracted with the Children’s System of Care (CSOC) within the
Department of Children and Families (DCF).
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Association for Science in Autism Treatment: Learn More About Specific Treatments
https://asatonline.org/for-parents/learn-more-about-specific-treatments/
Autism New Jersey: Treatment
National Autism Center: National Standards Project, Phase 2
National Clearinghouse on Autism Evidence and Practice: Evidence-Based Practices for Children,
Youth, and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
New Jersey Association for Behavior Analysis (NJABA)
The Greenspan Floortime Approach
Interdisciplinary Council on Development and Learning (ICDL)
Profectum Foundation DIR-FCD Resources
Resources to Learn More about Autism Treatment and Intervention
Approaches
The following resources might be helpful in learning more about autism treatment and intervention
approaches:
Research Reviews on Effectiveness of Various Interventions
https://www.autismnj.org/understanding-autism/treatment/
https://www.nationalautismcenter.org/national-standards-project/phase-2/
https://ncaep.fpg.unc.edu/sites/ncaep.fpg.unc.edu/files/imce/documents/EBP%20Report%2020
20.pdf
Applied Behavior Analysis
https://www.bacb.com/
https://njaba.org/
Developmental and Relationship-based Approaches
https://www.stanleygreenspan.com/
https://www.icdl.com/
https://profectum.org/resources/
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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Developmental relationship-based services, including DIR Floortime
Allied health services such as Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT) and Speech Therapy (ST)
Sensory Integration
Skill Acquisition and Capacity Building
Available Services
What services are available through the Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare ASD benefit?
Approval of Services
How do I know if my child is eligible for autism treatment services covered by Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare?
All Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare members, up to age 21, with an autism diagnosis are eligible. After age 21, autism
treatment services are limited to physical, occupational, and speech therapy and communication assistance
devices only. Other services may be available through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
Will the NJ Medicaid managed care organizations accept my child’s existing autism diagnosis?
The managed care organization will work with the qualified healthcare professional (QHP) and other medical
professionals to gather all the information necessary.
Can my managed care organization (MCO) require a prior authorization for autism treatments? If so, do I need to
do anything?
Yes. Autism related services are subject to prior authorization in NJ by the Medicaid MCO. The MCO and the
provider will work together to ensure services are approved and delivered to meet the needs of your child. As a
caregiver, you should not have to do anything.
What if my child has been previously diagnosed as being on the autism spectrum? Will the managed care
organization be able to exclude coverage or deny coverage because it is a pre-existing condition?
No. Medicaid/ NJ FamilyCare does not allow services to be denied based on pre-existing conditions.
How often can the managed care organization (MCO) require the treatment plan be submitted for review?
Each managed care organization will determine frequency of periodic review and treatment plan submission.
Can my managed care organization deny a claim based on medical necessity?
Yes. Like treatment for other conditions, treatment for autism and autism spectrum disorders are subject to
determinations of medical necessity.
Frequently Asked Questions by Families of
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Who determines what is medically necessary?
The qualified healthcare professional (QHP) and the managed care organization will determine medical necessity.
How does the qualified healthcare professional (QHP) determine what is medically necessary?
A QHP can diagnose a youth with an autism spectrum disorder. A QHP can also conduct the functional behavior
assessment (FBA) and develop the treatment plan for your child. This plan specifies what services they believe are
medically necessary.
If the managed care organization (MCO) denies or modifies the submitted request, what are my possible next
steps?
If the managed care organization has questions about the specific services being recommended, they will work
with the qualified healthcare professional to clarify if the services are medically necessary based on national
evidence based clinical guidelines. The managed care organization may deny or modify the submitted request but
you have the right to file a grievance (an internal review) and/or an appeal (an external review). You can contact
your MCO for more information about the submission process.
Who should I contact to request more hours?
Your health care provider or the agency providing your child’s service can request additional hours if a clinical
need exists. They can submit a request to the managed care organization.
What if my child’s current provider is not contracted with Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare or my child’s managed care
organization?
If your provider is willing, they can complete a single case agreement to continue providing services to your child
while they complete a contract with your child’s managed care organization. This will help ensure continuity of
care. If your child’s provider does not wish to participate, they can continue to provide services until the managed
care organization can authorize another provider to assume services.
What if my child’s school provides autism services like ABA for my child?
Receiving autism services through a school system does not prevent a child from receiving autism services
through Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare. Any autism services provided by a school system will be education-based and is
allowed to be provided through the school system. If a child needs autism services outside of those services
provided through the school system, services may be provided through the managed care organization and are
separate from the services provided through your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Providers
Can I pick my own provider?
Yes, as long as the provider is enrolled in your child’s managed care organization.
Can I switch providers if I am not happy with the services they are providing?
Yes. You have the right to contact your child’s managed care organization to request a change in provider if you
feel the provider you are using is not meeting your child’s needs.
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Who can provide my child's treatment?
All autism services must be provided by a licensed or certified clinician practicing within the scope of their license
or certification. The provider must also be contracted with Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare and/or your managed care
organization.
How can I find out if an “autism service provider” is approved by Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare to provide services in
the state of NJ?
You should contact your managed care organization (MCO) by calling the number for member services on the back
of your Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare ID card to determine if the autism service provider is participating in your MCO’s
contracted network.
For services provided by the Children’s System of Care (CSOC), such as skills acquisition and capacity building,
you can call PerformCare at 1-877-652-7624. PerformCare can tell you if your child qualifies for these services and
if the provider is contracted to provide them.
How can I find out if an “autism service provider” is licensed or certified in the state of New Jersey?
You can look online at https://newjersey.mylicense.com/verification/Search.aspx to determine if a provider is
licensed in the state of NJ.
You can use the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s Certificant Registry to determine whether a Board Certified
Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is certified in the state of New Jersey:
https://www.bacb.com/services/o.php?page=101135
You will still need to contact your managed care organization to determine if the autism service provider is
participating in their contracted network (see previous question).
If my child’s provider is recommending Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and additional therapies, will
the managed care organization pay for more than one service?
Yes. The managed care organization will work with the health care professionals for each service to develop and
monitor a treatment plan that offers medically necessary services.
Will I require a new authorization, or a new evaluation when switching providers?
Yes. Although the need for the service has already been established, a new authorization is required because
authorizations are provider specific.
Can my child receive Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare autism services in an outpatient clinic or other out-of-home
setting?
Yes. They can receive Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare services in an outpatient clinic or other out-of-home setting, but
cannot receive Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare covered services in a school setting during school hours.
Can my child receive crisis services through my managed care organization?
No. However, your child may be eligible for other Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare services, as well as Children’s System
of Care (CSOC) services. If your child requires crisis services, contact PerformCare for an assessment. They will
determine if your child meets their requirements for services. PerformCare can be reached at 1-877-652-7624.
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Coordination of Care
My child has private insurance, but the services have copayments and deductibles. Will Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare
cover my copayments and deductible payments?
Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare and its managed care organizations (MCO) will cover any private insurance copayments
and deductibles up to what they would cover if they were the primary payer.
Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare and its MCOs are responsible for private insurance copayments and deductibles for
services provided by contracted providers. If your provider is not contracted with Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare, you
may be responsible for these payments. You should contact your MCO to verify if you are responsible for any
payments before making them.
My child has private insurance and the provider I want is not in the network of the private insurance plan, but is
in the network of my managed care organization (MCO). Will the MCO cover the services?
All members are expected to go to providers in network with their primary insurance carrier. Medicaid/NJ
FamilyCare is the payer of last resort so your provider will need to bill primary insurance first.
Language Barriers
If English is not my primary language, will I be able to receive translation services when speaking with the
managed care organization (MCO)?
Yes. Each MCO has a language translation service that can facilitate three-way conversations via telephone.
In the home, efforts will be made to connect families with providers that speak the family’s primary language.
Translation services may be utilized to accommodate language barriers as well.
If my child is deaf or hard of hearing, will the managed care organization be able to provide accommodations?
Yes. Attempts will be made to obtain a provider who is fluent in American Sign Language and/or electronic
translation devices may be utilized.
Care Management
What is the role of my managed care organization's care manager?
The care manager is a resource available to Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare members. Care managers assist by
answering your questions and connecting you with available services. They can also connect families with other
providers when the child has a co-occurring condition. Their main goal is to oversee your child’s care and to help
improve your healthcare experience through improved patient outcomes.
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How do I know if my child has been assigned one of my managed care organization's care managers? Can I
request one?
The MCO care manager should reach out to the families once the need for a care manager is determined. If you
feel you need a care manager, or you are not sure if you have one, you can call your managed care plan and
request a contact. You should call the member services number on the back of your Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare ID
card and request care management. If your child meets the requirements, the care manager will give the family a
number where they can contact the care manager directly, as needed.
Where can I find a list of providers that are in network with my managed care organization (MCO)?
Each MCO website has a list of providers which can be located by geographic location. You can also call the
member services number on the back of your card and ask for assistance. MCOs send out a paper version of a
member handbook once a year.
What should I do if I don't think my child's treatment is working?
Contact your child’s assigned managed care organization care manager to discuss other treatment options.
I’m not happy with the way my managed care organization is addressing my child’s needs, who can I reach out
to?
First, you should contact your MCO directly. Your MCO should be given an opportunity to address your concerns. If
you need further assistance, you can contact the Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare Autism Inquiry Helpline at (609) 588-
8522 or send an email to [email protected].
I have multiple children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Will we have to use the same provider?
No. However, when possible, it may be preferable to have one provider. If you have concerns, you can discuss this
with your managed care member services unit or your care manager.
Children's System of Care
What is the Children’s System of Care?
The Children’s System of Care (CSOC), within the New Jersey Department of Families, is a coordinated network of
services and supports that aims to support youth and families within the community and with an approach that is
mindful of cultural context, the social determinants of health, and how these impact on families. CSOC serves
youth with behavioral health, substance use, intellectual and/or developmental challenges through a system of
care approach.
How do I access services through the Children's System of Care (CSOC)?
CSOC’s contracted services administrator, PerformCare, is an Administrative Services Organization (ASO) that
provides member services, medical necessity determinations, initial and continuing prior authorization of services,
quality management functions, as well as development and maintenance of CYBER, the electronic behavioral
health information record used across CSOC. NJ’s Department of Children and Families contracts with
PerformCare to provide access to publicly funded services for youth up to age 21 through the CSOC.
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Application materials for individuals under 18 available on PerformCare’s website: performcarenj.org
CSOC is responsible for providing services until age 21
Application materials for individuals 18 and older available on DDD website:
state.nj.us/humanservices/ddd/home/
DDD is responsible for providing services after age 21
Mobile Response Stabilization Services
Family Support Organizations
Intensive In-Community /Behavioral Assistant (IIC/BA)
Intensive In-Home (IIH) and Family Support Services (FSS)
Out of Home (OOH) Treatment Services
Substance Use Treatment Services
Respite
PerformCare creates pathways for children by providing access to the right care at the right time. They are the
single point of access for youth up to age 21 and are available 24/7/365. The hotline number is 1-877-652-7624.
How do I obtain developmental disability eligibility for my youth?
In order to receive functional services, services for youth with intellectual/developmental disability, the youth must
first be determined to be eligible.
For individuals under age 18, eligibility is determined by the Children's System of Care (CSOC).
For individuals age 18 and older, eligibility is determined by the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
What is the Children's System of Care's care management service?
Based in each county, Care Management Organizations are CSOC’s local lead system partner that provide
comprehensive care coordination and planning for youth and their families with moderate and complex needs
through the Wraparound model. The model is an intensive, individualized care planning and management process.
The model brings together the family, the professionals working with the family, and informal and community
supports that create a child family team, who is responsible for developing and implement a plan to meet the
family’s needs.
I have a care manager through the Children's System of Care’s Care Management Organization (CMO). Will this
affect my child’s services through managed care?
No. The CSOC CMO care manager and managed care organization’s care manager will work in coordination to
ensure services are provided appropriately.
What other services are available through the Children's System of Care?
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Resources
State Agencies
New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services (DMAHS):
Administers Medicaid’s state- and federally-funded NJ FamilyCare programs for certain groups of low- to
moderate-income adults and children. https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmahs/home/
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Children’s System of Care (CSOC):
Serves children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral health care challenges and their families; children
with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their families; and, children with substance use challenges and
their families. CSOC is committed to providing services based on the needs of the child and family in a family-
centered, community-based environment.
https://www.nj.gov/dcf/about/divisions/dcsc/
New Jersey Department of Education, Office of Special Education (NJ DOE, OSE):
Your local school district is responsible for providing special education services. The Office of Special Education
within New Jersey’s Department of Education supervises and monitors the implementation of special education
services. This includes providing professional development, technical assistance, coaching, and resources to
educators, parents and other stakeholders across the state to improve outcomes for students with disabilities,
ages 3 through 21. https://www.nj.gov/education/specialed/info/
New Jersey Department of Health, Early Intervention System (EIS):
Implements New Jersey’s statewide system of services for infants and toddlers, birth to age 3, with developmental
delays or disabilities, and their families. https://www.nj.gov/health/fhs/eis/
New Jersey Department of Health, Special Child Health Case Management Units (SCHCMU):
Provide comprehensive, coordinated, culturally competent case management services to families of children and
youth with special health care needs from birth through 21 years of age.
https://nj.gov/health/fhs/specialneeds/case-management/
New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD):
Provides public funding for services and supports that assist New Jersey adults with intellectual and
developmental disabilities age 21 and older to live as independently as possible.
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/ddd/
New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Disability Services (DDS):
Serves as a single point of entry for disability-related information and provides self-directed, non-medical personal
care assistance for eligible individuals with permanent physical disabilities through its Personal Assistance
Services Program (PASP). https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dds/home/index.html
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Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare Autism Inquiry Helpline
Autism Benefit Questions and Concerns
(609)588-8522
Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Aetna Better Health of New Jersey
Member Services: 855-232-3596
Amerigroup New Jersey
Member Services: 800-600-4441
Horizon New Jersey Health
Member Services: 800-682-9090
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
Member Services: 800-941-4647
WellCare
Member Services: 888-453-2534
Autism Organizations
Asperger/Autism Spectrum Education Network (ASPEN)
Provides families and individuals whose lives are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders and Nonverbal Learning
Disabilities with education, support, and advocacy. https://aspennj.org/
Autism New Jersey
A nonprofit agency committed to ensuring safe and fulfilling lives for individuals with autism, their families, and
the professionals who support them through awareness, credible information, education, and public policy
initiatives. https://www.autismnj.org/
FACES 4 Autism
Provides autism education and resources to families and educators in the South Jersey area.
https://faces4autism.org/
Parents of Autistic Children (POAC)
Provides training for parents and educators, recreational and support services to children with Autism Spectrum
Disorder and their families, training for police and first responders, and addresses, supports, and promotes
legislative issues that affect those with autism and their families. https://www.poac.net/
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Disability Resources in New Jersey
A comprehensive directory of organizations, programs,
and services available to assist and support New
Jersey’s citizens with disabilities and their families is
published annually by the New Jersey Department of
Human Services, Division of Disability Services (DDS).
Available in both English and Spanish, New Jersey
Resources can be accessed electronically through the
DDS website (https://nj.gov/humanservices/dds/home/)
or printed copies can be requested by emailing
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Funded by Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare
This guide was developed by the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Medical
Assistance and Health Services with the assistance of the Autism Stakeholder Executive Planning
Committee.
The NJ Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services appreciates the assistance of The Boggs
Center on Developmental Disabilities, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, in the design
and production of this guide.
Design and translation of this document was funded by The Boggs Center on Developmental
Disabilities through grant #90DDUC0036-05-00 from the U.S. Department of Health & Human
Services, Administration for Community Living, Administration on Intellectual and Developmental
Disabilities.
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