06/02/2026
A growing number of families are being hit with massive surprise bills for therapy as some providers allegedly engage in excessive or fraudulent billing practices. One New Jersey mother was billed more than $911,000 after her insurer denied claims for her son’s treatment, highlighting concerns about unregulated providers charging extraordinary rates, billing for questionable services, and pursuing families directly when insurers refuse payment. Experts warn that these practices are driving up costs and creating financial hardship for families seeking care for children with autism.