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TennCare ABA therapy in Tennessee
TennCare ABA therapy in Tennessee
ABA Therapy with TennCare in Tennessee
ABA Therapy with TennCare in Tennessee
Yes, TennCare—Tennessee's Medicaid program—covers ABA therapy for your child, and Blossom ABA accepts TennCare, BlueCare Tennessee, and all major Tennessee Medicaid plans so your family gets the care your child needs without impossible costs.
TennCare ABA therapy in Tennessee
ABA Therapy with TennCare in Tennessee
Yes, TennCare—Tennessee's Medicaid program—covers ABA therapy for your child, and Blossom ABA accepts TennCare, BlueCare Tennessee, and all major Tennessee Medicaid plans so your family gets the care your child needs without impossible costs.
What your TennCare covers at Blossom
What your TennCare covers at Blossom
In-home ABA therapy
Your child learns where they're most comfortable—at home, during breakfast, bath time, bedtime, the moments that matter most. Your therapist comes to you and works during your real routines because skills learned where your child actually lives are skills that stick.
In-home ABA therapy
Your child learns where they're most comfortable—at home, during breakfast, bath time, bedtime, the moments that matter most. Your therapist comes to you and works during your real routines because skills learned where your child actually lives are skills that stick.
Parent training and coaching
You become the expert on your child. We teach you the strategies, show you why they work, and coach you through real moments so you're confident supporting your child long after therapy ends.
Parent training and coaching
You become the expert on your child. We teach you the strategies, show you why they work, and coach you through real moments so you're confident supporting your child long after therapy ends.
In-school support
Your child doesn't have to navigate school alone. Our therapists work alongside them in the classroom, at recess, during lunch—the places where your child spends most of their day—so they can participate, learn, and build confidence with their peers.
In-school support
Your child doesn't have to navigate school alone. Our therapists work alongside them in the classroom, at recess, during lunch—the places where your child spends most of their day—so they can participate, learn, and build confidence with their peers.
Ongoing progress tracking
We measure everything because data tells the true story. You'll see exactly what's improving, what your child has conquered, and why progress is real—not just hoping things are getting better.
Ongoing progress tracking
We measure everything because data tells the true story. You'll see exactly what's improving, what your child has conquered, and why progress is real—not just hoping things are getting better.
BCBA supervision and treatment planning
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst oversees your child's entire journey, developing a treatment plan built specifically for them and adjusting it as they grow and change. Your child's care is personalized, not generic.
BCBA supervision and treatment planning
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst oversees your child's entire journey, developing a treatment plan built specifically for them and adjusting it as they grow and change. Your child's care is personalized, not generic.
Our team
Experienced BCBAs and therapists who show up every week, build real relationships with your child, understand Tennessee TennCare inside and out, and genuinely care about your child's growth and your family's wellbeing.
Our team
Experienced BCBAs and therapists who show up every week, build real relationships with your child, understand Tennessee TennCare inside and out, and genuinely care about your child's growth and your family's wellbeing.
Which TennCare plans and CoverKids we accept
Which TennCare plans and CoverKids we accept
Which TennCare plans and CoverKids we accept
TennCare (Tennessee Medicaid)
TennCare is Tennessee's Medicaid program administered by the TennCare Bureau. It covers ABA therapy for children with autism diagnoses and Blossom accepts it, handling all authorisation directly.
BlueCare Tennessee
BlueCare Tennessee is one of Tennessee's largest TennCare managed care plans and we have a dedicated relationship with BlueCare to serve Tennessee families efficiently.
TennCare Select
TennCare Select is Tennessee's managed care option and covers ABA therapy for children with autism. Blossom accepts TennCare Select.
Commercial insurance plans accepted in Tennessee
We're in-network with Wellpoint, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, UHC Commercial, Optum, Aetna, Ambetter, and Cigna. Our enrollment team verifies your specific plan and handles everything from there.
CoverKids (Tennessee's CHIP Programme)
CoverKids is Tennessee's programme for children whose families earn too much for TennCare but still need healthcare support. CoverKids covers ABA therapy for children with autism and Blossom accepts it.
Military families — ChampVA
For veteran families across Tennessee, we accept ChampVA — the healthcare programme for dependants of veterans with service-connected disabilities. Call us to verify your ChampVA coverage.
60 Components
TennCare is Tennessee's Medicaid program administered by the TennCare Bureau. It covers ABA therapy for children with autism diagnoses and Blossom accepts it, handling all authorisation directly.
60 Components
BlueCare Tennessee is one of Tennessee's largest TennCare managed care plans and we have a dedicated relationship with BlueCare to serve Tennessee families efficiently.
60 Components
TennCare Select is Tennessee's managed care option and covers ABA therapy for children with autism. Blossom accepts TennCare Select.
60 Components
We're in-network with Wellpoint, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, UHC Commercial, Optum, Aetna, Ambetter, and Cigna. Our enrollment team verifies your specific plan and handles everything from there.
60 Components
CoverKids is Tennessee's programme for children whose families earn too much for TennCare but still need healthcare support. CoverKids covers ABA therapy for children with autism and Blossom accepts it.
60 Components
For veteran families across Tennessee, we accept ChampVA — the healthcare programme for dependants of veterans with service-connected disabilities. Call us to verify your ChampVA coverage.
How TennCare covers ABA therapy in Tennessee
How TennCare covers ABA therapy in Tennessee
How TennCare covers ABA therapy in Tennessee
What's actually covered and the process
What's actually covered and the process
What's actually covered and the process
Therapy sessions — 10 to 25 hours per week depending on your child's needs and what TennCare approves
BCBA supervision — a Board Certified Behavior Analyst develops and oversees your child's treatment plan throughout
Ongoing assessment — the plan is adjusted as your child progresses and reaches new milestones
In-home, school-based, or community-based therapy — whichever setting works best for your family
Prior authorisation handled by Blossom — we submit everything to the TennCare Bureau or your specific MCO so you don't have to deal with the insurance company
Fast approval — the process typically takes 2 to 4 weeks in Tennessee and we follow up regularly so it doesn't stall
Therapy sessions — 10 to 25 hours per week depending on your child's needs and what TennCare approves
BCBA supervision — a Board Certified Behavior Analyst develops and oversees your child's treatment plan throughout
Ongoing assessment — the plan is adjusted as your child progresses and reaches new milestones
In-home, school-based, or community-based therapy — whichever setting works best for your family
Prior authorisation handled by Blossom — we submit everything to the TennCare Bureau or your specific MCO so you don't have to deal with the insurance company
Fast approval — the process typically takes 2 to 4 weeks in Tennessee and we follow up regularly so it doesn't stall
Getting started with ABA therapy in Tennessee
Getting started with ABA therapy in Tennessee
Five simple steps
Getting started with ABA therapy in Tennessee
Five simple steps
Your child needs an autism diagnosis Us
Your child needs an autism diagnosis Us
Your child needs an autism diagnosis Us
Before TennCare will cover ABA therapy, your child needs a formal autism spectrum disorder diagnosis from a qualified professional, and if your child doesn't have a diagnosis yet your pediatrician can refer you to a developmental specialist or psychologist who can complete the evaluation.
Before TennCare will cover ABA therapy, your child needs a formal autism spectrum disorder diagnosis from a qualified professional, and if your child doesn't have a diagnosis yet your pediatrician can refer you to a developmental specialist or psychologist who can complete the evaluation.
You call us or fill out a form
You call us or fill out a form
You call us or fill out a form
Tell us about your child and your situation, and we answer your questions honestly and explain what happens next with no pressure or sales pitch.
Tell us about your child and your situation, and we answer your questions honestly and explain what happens next with no pressure or sales pitch.
We verify your insurance within 24 hours
We verify your insurance within 24 hours
We verify your insurance within 24 hours
Blossom's enrollment coordinator verifies your TennCare or CoverKids coverage in 24 hours and you'll know exactly what your plan covers and what you'll pay out of pocket before anything else happens.
Blossom's enrollment coordinator verifies your TennCare or CoverKids coverage in 24 hours and you'll know exactly what your plan covers and what you'll pay out of pocket before anything else happens.
Our BCBA assesses your child
Our BCBA assesses your child
Our BCBA assesses your child
Our Board Certified Behavior Analyst meets with your child and your family, understands what your child needs, and creates a treatment plan designed specifically for them, not a generic template for every kid.
Our Board Certified Behavior Analyst meets with your child and your family, understands what your child needs, and creates a treatment plan designed specifically for them, not a generic template for every kid.
We submit the paperwork and therapy start
We submit the paperwork and therapy start
We submit the paperwork and therapy start
Blossom's enrollment coordinator handles the prior authorization with the TennCare Bureau or your MCO so you don't have to fight with your insurance company, and we follow up so approval comes through, then your child's therapist arrives and begins working with them.
Blossom's enrollment coordinator handles the prior authorization with the TennCare Bureau or your MCO so you don't have to fight with your insurance company, and we follow up so approval comes through, then your child's therapist arrives and begins working with them.
In-home ABA therapy covered by TennCare in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and beyond
We come to you
Tennessee TennCare covers in-home ABA therapy and Blossom provides it across Tennessee, and your child learns in their home during their actual routines with the people they love most because that's where skills actually stick and transfer to real life.
Middle Tennessee
Nashville, Clarksville, Murfreesboro, Franklin, and surrounding areas
East Tennessee
Knoxville, Chattanooga, Johnson City, and surrounding areas
Additional Tennessee areas
Can't find your city? Reach out and ask—we likely serve your area or can help you figure out options.
In-home ABA therapy covered by TennCare in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and beyond
We come to you
Tennessee TennCare covers in-home ABA therapy and Blossom provides it across Tennessee, and your child learns in their home during their actual routines with the people they love most because that's where skills actually stick and transfer to real life.
100% Satisfaction
Nashville, Clarksville, Murfreesboro, Franklin, and surrounding areas
100% Satisfaction
Knoxville, Chattanooga, Johnson City, and surrounding areas
100% Satisfaction
Can't find your city? Reach out and ask—we likely serve your area or can help you figure out options.
In-home ABA therapy covered by TennCare in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and beyond
We come to you
Tennessee TennCare covers in-home ABA therapy and Blossom provides it across Tennessee, and your child learns in their home during their actual routines with the people they love most because that's where skills actually stick and transfer to real life.
100% Satisfaction
Nashville, Clarksville, Murfreesboro, Franklin, and surrounding areas
100% Satisfaction
Knoxville, Chattanooga, Johnson City, and surrounding areas
100% Satisfaction
Can't find your city? Reach out and ask—we likely serve your area or can help you figure out options.
In-home ABA therapy covered by TennCare in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and beyond
We come to you
Tennessee TennCare covers in-home ABA therapy and Blossom provides it across Tennessee, and your child learns in their home during their actual routines with the people they love most because that's where skills actually stick and transfer to real life.
100% Satisfaction
Nashville, Clarksville, Murfreesboro, Franklin, and surrounding areas
100% Satisfaction
Knoxville, Chattanooga, Johnson City, and surrounding areas
100% Satisfaction
Can't find your city? Reach out and ask—we likely serve your area or can help you figure out options.
What Tennessee families say about Blossom ABA
Real feedback from parents
Sandra, Nashville
Our BCBA understood Tennessee TennCare completely and walked us through everything. She made sure we got the coverage we needed without any of the typical insurance stress.
Our BCBA understood Tennessee TennCare completely and walked us through everything. She made sure we got the coverage we needed without any of the typical insurance stress.
Marcus, Memphis
Terranesha Howard
The enrollment coordinator verified our BlueCare Tennessee coverage so quickly. I thought it would take weeks and it took less than a day. Blossom made the whole process easy.
I have truly enjoyed working with Hannah Hayes and Kelli Hooker- Hawkins. Hannah is a great BCBA that observes my daughter carefully and give the best advise on how to combat behavioral issues. Kelli is a great RBT with years of experience and truly loves the kids that she works with. I couldn’t ask for a better team.
Angela, Knoxville
Terranesha Howard
Our daughter's therapist is consistent and our son has built real trust with her. She's not just going through motions—she genuinely cares about his progress and celebrates his wins with us.
I have truly enjoyed working with Hannah Hayes and Kelli Hooker- Hawkins. Hannah is a great BCBA that observes my daughter carefully and give the best advise on how to combat behavioral issues. Kelli is a great RBT with years of experience and truly loves the kids that she works with. I couldn’t ask for a better team.
Thomas, Chattanooga
Terranesha Howard
Blossom handles all the prior authorization and reauthorization so we don't have to. I can't believe how much time and stress that saves us every month.
I have truly enjoyed working with Hannah Hayes and Kelli Hooker- Hawkins. Hannah is a great BCBA that observes my daughter carefully and give the best advise on how to combat behavioral issues. Kelli is a great RBT with years of experience and truly loves the kids that she works with. I couldn’t ask for a better team.
TennCare and CoverKids ABA therapy FAQs
TennCare and CoverKids ABA therapy FAQs
1. Does TennCare cover ABA therapy?
Yes, TennCare—Tennessee's Medicaid program—covers ABA therapy for children with autism diagnoses because Tennessee recognizes ABA is effective and evidence-based.
1. Does TennCare cover ABA therapy?
Yes, TennCare—Tennessee's Medicaid program—covers ABA therapy for children with autism diagnoses because Tennessee recognizes ABA is effective and evidence-based.
2. What is the difference between TennCare and BlueCare Tennessee?
2. What is the difference between TennCare and BlueCare Tennessee?
3. Does CoverKids cover ABA therapy in Tennessee?
3. Does CoverKids cover ABA therapy in Tennessee?
4. How do I get ABA therapy approved through TennCare?
4. How do I get ABA therapy approved through TennCare?
5. How long does TennCare ABA authorization take?
5. How long does TennCare ABA authorization take?
6. Does TennCare cover in-home ABA therapy in Nashville?
6. Does TennCare cover in-home ABA therapy in Nashville?
7. Can I get ABA therapy in Memphis with TennCare?
7. Can I get ABA therapy in Memphis with TennCare?
8. Will there be a waitlist for ABA therapy in Tennessee?
8. Will there be a waitlist for ABA therapy in Tennessee?
9. What if my child is on a TennCare waitlist in Tennessee?
9. What if my child is on a TennCare waitlist in Tennessee?
10. What if my insurance denies the ABA request?
10. What if my insurance denies the ABA request?
11. Does my child need an autism diagnosis before starting ABA?
11. Does my child need an autism diagnosis before starting ABA?
12. How much will I pay out of pocket for ABA therapy?
12. How much will I pay out of pocket for ABA therapy?
Have more questions? Contact us
Have more questions? Contact us
Resources for Tennessee families
Autism Society of America — Autism resources and community support
Tennessee TennCare Bureau — Tennessee Medicaid information and programs
Resources for Virginia families
Autism Society of America — Autism resources and community support
Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) — Virginia Medicaid information and programs
Resources for Tennessee families
Autism Society of America — Autism resources and community support
Tennessee TennCare Bureau — Tennessee Medicaid information and programs
Resources for Virginia families
Autism Society of America — Autism resources and community support
Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) — Virginia Medicaid information and programs
ABA Therapy with Medicaid in Other States
ABA Therapy with Medicaid in Other States
Blossom ABA serves families with Medicaid coverage across five states. Find your state below for specific programme information, accepted plans, and how to get started.
Explore ABA therapy in Tennessee
Explore ABA therapy in Tennessee
Explore ABA therapy in Tennessee
Learn more about Blossom's services across Tennessee
Learn more about Blossom's services across Tennessee
Learn more about Blossom's services across Tennessee
Middle Tennessee services
Middle Tennessee services
Middle Tennessee services
West Tennessee services
West Tennessee services
West Tennessee services
East Tennessee services
East Tennessee services
East Tennessee services
Ready to get your child started with ABA therapy?
Ready to get your child started with ABA therapy?
Ready to get your child started with ABA therapy?
Your child doesn't have to wait months or navigate TennCare alone, and Tennessee TennCare and CoverKids cover the therapy your child needs so cost isn't a barrier to your child getting help. Blossom's enrollment coordinator will guide you through every step.
Your child doesn't have to wait months or navigate TennCare alone, and Tennessee TennCare and CoverKids cover the therapy your child needs so cost isn't a barrier to your child getting help. Blossom's enrollment coordinator will guide you through every step.
Blossom ABA — Evidence-based therapy. No waitlist. Your child's potential matters.
Blossom ABA — Evidence-based therapy. No waitlist. Your child's potential matters.
