

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common Questions
Children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who meet medical necessity criteria may qualify for ABA therapy. Eligibility is determined through a clinical assessment and insurance authorization requirements.
Elite Steps ABA is working to accept New Mexico Medicaid and other insurance plans. Coverage and service approval are subject to eligibility, authorization, and payer guidelines. Our team can assist families with the verification process.
Elite Steps ABA primarily serves children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Services are tailored to each child’s developmental level and individual needs.
In-home ABA therapy takes place in the child’s natural environment, allowing skills to be taught and practiced during everyday routines. A trained behavior technician provides direct care under clinical supervision, following an individualized treatment plan.
Telehealth ABA can be effective for select services such as parent training, supervision, and certain therapy components when clinically appropriate. Services are delivered through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms and follow insurance and clinical guidelines.
Elite Steps ABA is in the process of working with Medicaid and other insurance providers. Coverage and eligibility depend on individual insurance plans and authorization requirements. Our team assists families with insurance verification and guides them through the intake and approval process.
Insurance coverage for ABA therapy is based on medical necessity and requires prior authorization. After an initial consultation and assessment, our team works with families to verify insurance benefits, submit required documentation, and guide them through the approval process. Services begin once authorization is received, and coverage is reviewed regularly according to insurance guidelines.
Yes. All services at Elite Steps ABA are confidential and handled in accordance with HIPAA and applicable privacy laws. Information shared during therapy, assessments, and consultations is protected and only disclosed with proper consent or when required by law.
Yes, telehealth ABA services can be effective for certain components of treatment when clinically appropriate. Online services are commonly used for parent training, caregiver coaching, supervision, and select therapy activities. All telehealth sessions are delivered through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms and follow the same clinical and ethical standards as in-person services. Effectiveness depends on the child’s needs, goals, and level of caregiver involvement.
Elite Steps ABA strives to match families with therapists based on availability, clinical needs, and the child’s individualized treatment plan. While specific therapist requests are considered when possible, all services are provided by qualified professionals under clinical supervision to ensure quality and continuity of care
