California Association of Health Plans Recognizes World Autism Awareness Day by Highlighting Medical Services Plans Provide
Posted on: Thursday, 2 April 2009, 10:29 CDT
"California health plans understand the inherent challenges facing parents of children with developmental disabilities and mental health conditions," said CAHP Interim President
Autism Spectrum Disorders are developmental disabilities that can impair a person's ability to communicate and relate to others. The thinking and learning abilities of people with autism can vary greatly - ranging from gifted to severely challenged.
- Evaluation and assessment of autism
- Medication
- Speech therapy
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Rehabilitative therapy
- Psychotherapy for the individual
- Psychotherapy for the family
"Our hearts go out to Californians who are caring for those with developmental disabilities and mental health conditions," Bacchi said. "California health plans are working hard to keep them and all Californians healthy by providing high-quality, affordable and accessible coverage to more than 24 million people in the state."
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CAHP is a statewide trade association representing 39 full-service health plans. Through legislative advocacy, education and collaboration with other member organizations, CAHP works to sustain a strong environment in which our member plans can provide access to products that offer choice and flexibility to the more than 24 million members they serve. For more information, please visit www.calhealthplans.org or call (916) 552-2910.
SOURCE California Association of Health Plans
Source: PR Newswire
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