Thursday, June 25, 2009

NEWS: PA Autism Insurance Act (Act 62) Goes Into Effect July 1, 2009

On July 1, 2009, PA Act 62 [formerly bill HB 1150, signed into law July 9, 2008] goes into effect.

There are quite a few questions about this on the web. Fortunately, there are also resources to help navigate changes and answer FAQs.

PA Autism Insurance Act (Act 62)
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare

Autism Insurance - Act 62 of 2008 (HB 1150)
Prepared by PA Health Law Project
7.17.08

Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Chapter
How Will Act 62 Affect YOU?
By: Luciana Randall
Apr 1, 2009
Autism Society of America

How will Autism Insurance Act 62 affect coverage and services?
February 20, 11:08 AM
Kim Goff
Philadelphia Special Needs Kids Examiner

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