§ 27-20.11-7. Credentials.
(a) Any individual providing or supervising applied behavior analysis treatment under this section shall be:
(1) Individually licensed by the department of health as a licensed applied behavior analyst; or a licensed applied behavior assistant analyst acting under supervision; or
(2) Licensed by the department of health as a psychologist with equivalent experience or a psychologist practicing within their scope of practice.
(b) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to require a change in the credentialing or contracting practices of health insurers for mental health or substance abuse providers.
History of Section.P.L. 2011, ch. 159, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 175, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 371, § 1; P.L. 2012, ch. 397, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 27-20.11 - Autism Spectrum Disorders
Section 27-20.11-1. - Mandatory coverage for Autism spectrum disorders.
Section 27-20.11-2. - Definitions.
Section 27-20.11-3. - Scope of coverage.
Section 27-20.11-4. - Medical necessity and appropriateness of treatment.
Section 27-20.11-5. - Limits on cost sharing.