Delaware We recently received information from one of our accredited providers regarding concerns with service limitations for Medicaid beneficiaries in Delaware receiving ABA therapy. These limitations are related to caps on service hours and supervision hours. There...
BHCOE Insights
The latest ABA therapy news, BHCOE announcements, and articles for Applied Behavioral Analysis professionals, providers and partners.
BHCOE Announces 2021 Accreditations & Reaccreditations
BHCOE is celebrating our accredited and reaccredited organizations for 2021. We are proud of the providers for engaging in these peer-review processes.
BHCOE November 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
Legislative Efforts & Advocacy Recap: November 2021
Texas BHCOE has been working with providers and families on an increase in rates for ABA therapy for the Texas Medicaid benefit. Last week Medicaid released an update with an increase in the RBT rate from $30.00 an hour to $45.00 an hour. While we understand this may...
BHCOE October 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
BHCOE September 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
BHCOE August 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
Legislative Efforts & Advocacy Recap: August 2021
BHCOE has been actively working on behalf of Florida providers to encourage ACHA to change the existing H codes to the newly AMA adopted CPT 9 codes. Our latest meeting with ACHA Chief of Staff, Cody Farrill was very positive, and the state has given strong indication...
Nurturing Joy in Children With Autism, in Their Families, and in the ABA Community
In a recent BHCOE webinar, Dr. Shahla Ala’i explored how ABA professionals can integrate joy into every part of practice.
Standards and Accreditation with BHCOE Chief Executive Officer Sara Litvak – CentralReach’s The Behavioral View
BHCOE Chief Executive Officer Sara Gershfeld Litvak recently joined The Behavioral View hosts to discuss accreditation for ABA organizations.
BHCOE Leaders on Why Standards Matter in ABA Service Delivery – The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt Cicoria
BHCOE leaders recently guest starred on The Behavioral Observations Podcast for a discussion on how the BHCOE determines quality standards.
How to Create Positive, Healthy Supervisory Relationships
Supervision is an exceptional opportunity to make an impact. BHCOE recently held a webinar on why a relational approach is so effective, exploring the power of a constructive, relational approach to supervising.
BHCOE July 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
How to Encourage Parental Involvement and Boost the Success of Your ABA Program
Discover how to turn stressed-out parents into change agents who recognize their powerful role in in the life of their child.
The Role of Caregiver Involvement in ABA Therapy
Learn how parents play a crucial part in the cognitive and behavioral development of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Video: A Visual Tour of BHCOE Accreditation
This video provides a high level overview of important information regarding Behavioral Health Center of Excellence’s accreditation program.
The 4Ps of ABA – Do You Know What They Are and Why Clear ABA Clinical Records Matter to Them?
Sara Gershfeld Litvak, MA, BCBA, works to improve the ABA field for the benefit of people with autism and related disorders as the founder and CEO of Behavioral Health Center of Excellence. Every day in the world of ABA, at home, in schools, in clinics, and other...
BHCOE June 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
BHCOE Leaders on Standards & Consumer Protection – McLaughlin Advisors Interview
McLaughlin Advisors sat down with Sara Gershfeld Litvak, chief executive officer and Dr. Ellie Kazemi, chief science officer, to discuss the importance of standards and accreditation, some challenging shortfalls within the industry, the role of private equity, and...
BHCOE May 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
Legislative Efforts & Advocacy Recap: June 2021
Thank you to all the autistic individuals, parents, caregivers, organizations, and providers who continue to advocate on behalf of the autism community to ensure equitable healthcare coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of autism. BHCOE is committed to supporting...
Preparing for Value-Based Payment Models in Applied Behavior Analysis
View this webinar recap from BHCOE to understand the key components of value-based care and the steps organizations can take to prepare for value-based payment arrangements. Webinar panelists included Kristine Rodriguez, director of clinical development and outcomes for Autism Learning Partners, Yagnesh Vadgama, Vice President, Clinical Care Services Autism at Magellan Health, and Lori Geary, Chief Health Outcomes Officer at BHCOE.
The Hard-working ABA Community Deserves Quality Measures That Demonstrate Their Value
Authored by Sara Gershfeld Litvak, MA, BCBA, Behavioral Health Center of Excellence founder and CEO. Currently there aren’t enough clinicians to treat people with autism who need services. The numbers are daunting. Only one of the 50 U.S. states has enough certified...
Why We Launched BHCOE Quarterly Strategic Benchmark Reports (QSBR)
BHCOE is supporting the ability for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) organizations to analyze their performance.
BHCOE Team Members present at ABAI 47th Annual Convention
Nine behavioral scientists from Behavioral Health Center of Excellence co-authored research papers on thirteen topics related to the science and practice of behavior analysis, all of which will be presented at the virtual Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) 47th Annual Convention
BHCOE April 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
World Autism Awareness Day: What Does Autism Awareness Mean To You?
In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, we asked BHCOE’s leadership team “What does autism awareness mean to you?”
ANSI Adopts BHCOE Standard for the Documentation of Clinical Records for ABA Services
Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE) today announced the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has adopted Standard for the Documentation of Clinical Records for Applied Behavior Analysis Services as an American National Standard. The standard...
Legislative Efforts & Advocacy Recap: March 2021
Anna Bullard, VP Government Relations is on the front lines advocating to improve families’ access to quality behavioral health services. Read below to learn about the recent activity that Anna is taking part in across the U.S. Oregon BHCOE submitted a letter of...
BHCOE March 2021 Accreditation Announcements
We are excited to announce BHCOE’s newly accredited and reaccredited organizations.
Training and Treatment Innovations Earns BHCOE Reaccreditation
Training and Treatment Innovations Earns 2-Year BHCOE Reaccreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Greater Michigan – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Training and Treatment Innovations with a 2-Year Reaccreditation,...
Seven Dimensions Behavioral Health Earns BHCOE Reaccreditation
Seven Dimensions Behavioral Health Earns 2-Year BHCOE Reaccreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Evergreen, CO – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Seven Dimensions Behavioral Health with a 2-Year Accreditation, acknowledging...
Verbal Beginnings Earns BHCOE Reaccreditation
Verbal Beginnings Earns 2-Year BHCOE Reaccreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Serving DC, DE, MD, PA, VA– BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Verbal Beginnings with a 2-Year Reaccreditation, acknowledging the organization as...
Autism Care Therapy Earns BHCOE Accreditation
Autism Care Therapy Earns BHCOE Preliminary Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Lombard & Oak Lawn, IL – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Autism Care Therapy with a Preliminary Accreditation, acknowledging the...
Strategies for Effective Telehealth Supervision
A 2020 BHCOE webinar, Telehealth: Clinical Applications to Real Cases, shares best practice recommendations, highlighting strategies and resources for developing a telehealth model of service provision.
Handprints Behavioral Therapy Earns BHCOE Reaccreditation
Handprints Behavioral Therapy Earns 1-Year BHCOE Reaccreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Lakewood, CO - BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Handprints Behavioral Therapy with a 1-Year Reaccreditation, acknowledging the...
Progressive ABA Therapy Group Earns BHCOE Accreditation
Progressive ABA Therapy Group Earns 1-Year BHCOE Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Boardman, OH – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Progressive ABA Therapy Group with a 1-Year Accreditation, acknowledging the...
Telehealth – Clinical Applications to Real Cases
A 2020 BHCOE webinar, Telehealth: Clinical Applications to Real Cases, shares best practice recommendations, highlighting strategies and resources for developing a telehealth model of service provision.
Discover Hope Behavioral Solutions Earns BHCOE Accreditation
Discover Hope Behavioral Solutions Earns 2-Year BHCOE Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Fremont, CA – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Discover Hope Behavioral Solutions with a 2-Year Accreditation, acknowledging the...
Little Lemons Therapy Earns BHCOE Reaccreditation
Little Lemons Therapy Earns 1-Year BHCOE Reaccreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Las Vegas, NV – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Little Lemons Therapy with a 1-Year Reaccreditation, acknowledging the organization as a...
BHCOE Announces New Mission and Vision
As we continue together navigating the many changes in our field, you’ll see Behavioral Health Center of Excellence’s (BHCOE) mission and vision reflected in its efforts.
Helping Hands Family Earns BHCOE Accreditation
Helping Hands Family BHCOE Preliminary Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement King of Prussia, PA– BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Helping Hands Family with a Preliminary Accreditation, acknowledging the organization as a...
Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy Earns BHCOE Reaccreditation
Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy Earns 3-Year BHCOE Reaccreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Kokomo, IN - BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy (IBAA) with a 3-Year Reaccreditation,...
Positive ABA Earns BHCOE Accreditation
Positive ABA Earns 3-Year BHCOE Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Nationwide – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Positive ABA with a 3-Year Accreditation, acknowledging the organization as a behavioral service provider...
Denali CRT Earns BHCOE Accreditation
Denali CRT Earns 1-Year BHCOE Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Serving Florida – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Denali CRT with a 1-Year Accreditation, acknowledging the organization as a behavioral service...
TOTAL Programs Earns BHCOE Accreditation
TOTAL Programs Earns 2-Year BHCOE Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Serving Los Angeles, Palmdale, and surrounding CA areas – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized TOTAL Programs with a 2-Year Accreditation, acknowledging...
Blue Balloon ABA Earns BHCOE Accreditation
Blue Balloon ABA Earns BHCOE Preliminary Accreditation Receiving National Recognition for Commitment to Quality Improvement Baltimore, MD – BHCOE Accreditation has recognized Blue Balloon ABA with a Preliminary Accreditation, acknowledging the organization as a...
Can and Should You Mandate the COVID-19 Vaccination for Your ABA Employees?
In a recent BHCOE webinar, Best Practice in Setting Up a Vaccination Program at Your ABA Organization, labor and employment law attorney Michael Oliver Eckard, with Ogletree Deakins, shared some considerations and guidance to help you determine how to structure a vaccination policy for employees.