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"While there is no cure for autism, early diagnosis and treatment is vital to increasing the chance that children with autism will reach their full potential," [Kathy Angerer] said. "Unfortunately, since most health insurance companies do not cover treatments, children with the disorder either are going without care or it comes with a high price, which can place an unbearable financial burden and immeasurable stress on families. It's time for health insurance companies to step up to the plate and provide coverage for a disorder that affects so many of our children."
House Majority Floor Leader Kathy Angerer (D-Dundee) introduced a package of bills recently to support the growing number of families struggling to cope with the costs of autism care by requiring health insurance companies to provide coverage for the treatment of the condition.See the full content of this document
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Law to Protect Kids with Autism
House Majority Floor Leader Kathy Angerer (D-Dundee) introduced a package of bills recently to supp...
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