Insurance & waivers
Autism and child therapy in Minnesota is funded through a mix of Medical Assistance, private insurance and disability waivers — and most families end up combining more than one. Here's the map.
Minnesota's Medicaid program covers intensive autism therapy through the EIDBI benefit for children and young adults under 21. Even higher-income families can often qualify through the TEFRA option.
How EIDBI works →Minnesota's autism mandate requires many fully-insured plans to cover medically necessary autism treatment. Self-funded employer plans vary — always confirm with your insurer.
Understand your coverage →DD and CADI waivers fund respite, in-home support and more; CDCS gives families a self-directed budget. Everything starts with a county assessment.
The waiver system, explained →Personal care assistance (transitioning to CFSS) pays for hands-on daily help for children who qualify through an assessment — delivered through agencies you'll find in this directory.
Browse PCA & waiver agencies →Find providers by plan
Browse providers that report accepting each plan. Many imported listings haven't reported insurance yet — those stay visible and are labeled, so always confirm directly.
Tell us your situation — city, insurance, what your child needs — and we'll match you with providers who can walk you through funding. Free for families.
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