Variability in Expenditures for Autism: A Canary in the Coal Mine for Disparities in Care?

The article discusses that the Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impairments in communication and social interaction and with an estimated prevalence. It mentions that the prevalence of ASD has risen dramatically, leading to concerns about the health and educational systems' capacity to diagnose and treat the evergrowing population of individuals with ASD, including how much services will cost and how they will be paid for.