American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Unsure about who you can contact for information about speech-language pathology services and coverage? There are a variety of resources that may have answers to your questions about services for both adults and children.

Read your health plan. If you do not have a copy, ask your employer’s benefits manager for one. You should look for:

• Terms like speech-language pathology, speech therapy, other rehabilitation services, or other medically necessary services
• Limitations and exclusions of coverage
• Coverage of both evaluation and treatment (or therapy) services

If you are still not sure, ask for clarification, in writing, from your health plan.