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| Arizona and Behavior Analysis: Mandated Applied Behavior Analysis Insurance Coverage, BCBA Licensure, and Service Delivery in the Desert |
| Tuesday, June 1, 2010 |
| 10:30 AM–11:50 AM |
| 207AB (CC) |
| Area: AUT/CBM; Domain: Applied Behavior Analysis |
| CE Instructor: Amanda Karsten, Ph.D. |
| Chair: Joseph Gentry (Gentry Pediatric Behavioral Services) |
| DANIEL P. DAVIDSON (Northern Arizona University) |
| BRYAN J. DAVEY (ACCEL) |
| JOSEPH GENTRY (Gentry Pediatric Behavioral Services) |
| DONALD M. STENHOFF (BISTÅ Autism Center) |
| Abstract: The past two years have been exciting ones for behavior analysts in Arizona. With the recent conception of the Four Corners Association for Behavior Analysis, behavior analysts have been coming together to get things accomplished for our clients across all of Arizona. With the help of well versed parents and supportive legislators, Arizona law makers passed “Steven’s Law,” which mandates insurance providers to pay for ABA services for individuals on the autism spectrum. Arizona behavior analysts were also successful in getting another bill passed in the Arizona legislature that will soon allow BCBA’s to be licensed providers in the state. This panel discussion will share up-to-date information regarding how these laws are being implemented and how they are impacting service delivery across the state. Participants will be able to learn more about how Arizonians worked to get these laws passed and how they may be able to pass similar laws in their states. Panelists represent a wide range of practice areas, ncluding a University Professor, Director of Behavioral Services, Psychologist in Private Practice, and Director of a Private Non-Profit Center. |
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