ASD is a ND so what's up with HI denial?
Don't you just love the wonderful world of acronyms (or made up abbreviations)? I came across a blog today that brought a concern of mine back to the foreground. It's the issue of the autism health coverage laws. Many states have adopted a partial law. Meaning, if a ND (neurological disorder) is already covered by health insurance (HI), then a person with ASD (autism spectrum disorder) cannot be denied coverage. Other states, have ignored even hearing the legislature (i.e OKLAHOMA). I remember when I voiced my disdain in a local newspaper over my state legislators pushing Nick's Law aside. As I read one reader's comment, I couldn't help but wonder if this person would feel the same way... had the child needing health insurance been theirs? With the rise in autism diagnoses every year, I don't understand why some people choose to turn a deaf ear to the issue. I refuse to believe that these people are egoists. I refuse to believe that. What will it take to...