INDIANAPOLIS -- The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration announced there will be a six-month moratorium on the enrollment of new Applied Behavior Analysis provider agencies, beginning June 6.

The moratorium was approved by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and state officials say this is designed to strengthen program integrity and ensure continued access to high-quality ABA services.

Eric Miller, Deputy Secretary of the Indiana FSSA, stated, “Indiana has seen an incredible surge in ABA spending over the past several years—a trend that raises concerns about sustainability and program integrity. This moratorium is a targeted, responsible step to ensure that growth in ABA services remains accountable and aligned with the needs of Hoosier families. Our commitment is to preserve access to medically necessary therapy while implementing reforms that protect both beneficiaries and taxpayers. By pausing new agency enrollments, we are taking action to strengthen oversight, prevent waste, and support a system that delivers quality outcomes for those who need it most.”

FSSA says individual rendering ABA practitioners may continue to enroll, and applications received before June 6, will be processed as normal.

After the initial moratorium, there will be a possible extension in six-month increments.

The FSSA says it will closely monitor service access indicators during the moratorium.

Officials say exceptions may be granted to accredited providers in underserved regions to ensure member access is maintained.

ABA is utilized for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental delays.