Dave Boliek flags 47,000% surge in North Carolina autism therapy billings

7 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 9

The auditor said annual billings rose from about $1.4m to more than $660m in five years, with state data projecting ABA spending to reach $842m in fiscal 2026.
Boliek said weak rules and oversight let multiple providers bill for the same time period, and his office is auditing claims while seeking stronger enforcement, more resources and AI tools.
North Carolina health department figures showed ABA spending grew 347% from 2022 to 2025, as wider US Medicaid fraud scrutiny has intensified after high-profile autism therapy cases in Minnesota.

While states use AI to fight a 47,000% billing surge, how will they ensure children’s essential autism therapy isn't cut by mistake?

With private equity heavily invested in autism services, are new anti-fraud laws simply a cover to slash Medicaid budgets and limit care?