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South Florida Medicaid families say kids with autism are losing therapy as state cuts and insurer pause add up
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Larry Seward , as published by CBS4 Miami
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A mother reported that her 14-year-old son's therapy sessions have been significantly reduced.
Families in South Florida are experiencing a reduction in therapy services for children with autism. A mother reported that her 14-year-old son's therapy sessions have been significantly reduced. State cuts and insurance changes are being blamed for the loss of therapy hours.
Further details about the situation are available from local sources. Changes in contracts between therapy providers and the state agency overseeing Medicaid have occurred. The impact of these changes on local families is a concern.
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Category: arts Published: July 31, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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