Families in Alpharetta, Atlanta, and North Fulton County often ask what options are available when private insurance limits coverage for children with autism or other disabilities.
One program some families explore is the Katie Beckett (Deeming Waiver), a Georgia Medicaid eligibility pathway for children under age 18 with significant disabilities. Unlike traditional Medicaid, Katie Beckett allows eligibility to be based on the child’s income rather than the parents’ income.
Katie Beckett provides Medicaid insurance coverage, which may act as primary or secondary insurance depending on a family’s situation. It does not guarantee therapy hours or automatically increase ABA services, but some families find it helpful to explore when private insurance imposes caps or limits.
The application process can be lengthy and requires medical documentation. Approval is not guaranteed, and all eligibility decisions are made by the State of Georgia.
At Beyond The Spectrum ABA Therapy, we serve families throughout Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Roswell, Milton, and surrounding North Fulton communities. While we do not submit Katie Beckett applications or determine eligibility, we believe families benefit from understanding available resources.
To learn more about how Katie Beckett works and how to apply, visit our full resource page here: https://www.btsabatherapy.com/katie-beckett-deeming-waiver-georgia