Ethical Decision-Making in Insurance-Funded ABA

This course explores the real-world ethical challenges faced by ABA professionals working within insurance-funded service models. Participants will examine how ethical standards intersect with payor requirements, documentation practices, authorizations, and clinical decision-making. The course moves beyond theory to address situations clinicians and supervisors regularly encounter in practice.

Learners will review core ethical principles, relevant professional guidelines, and common risk areas, including service intensity decisions, medical necessity, billing accuracy, supervision responsibilities, and client advocacy. Practical case examples are used to demonstrate how ethical dilemmas arise in day-to-day operations and how they can be resolved responsibly.

By the end of the course, participants will be better equipped to make informed, ethical decisions that protect clients, practitioners, and organizations while maintaining compliance with insurance and regulatory expectations. The course emphasizes clarity, accountability, and ethical leadership within complex service environments.