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BCBS Louisiana ABA reimbursement rates in Texas
BCBS Louisiana pays a median of $12.50 per 15 min ($50.00 an hour) for ABA therapy by a technician (97153) in Texas, across 8 rates and 53 providers. That is 14% below Texas Medicaid ($14.50).
- 97153 median
- $12.50per 15 min
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- October 2026
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BCBS Louisiana vs Texas Medicaid and TRICARE
Figures come from BCBS Louisiana's October 2026 price-transparency files. 3 credential or modifier tiers are broken out in the workspace.
| Code | BCBS Louisiana median | Per hour | Texas Medicaid | TRICARE | Rates (n) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97153One-on-one ABA therapy by a technician | $12.50per 15 min | $50.00 | $14.50 | — | 853 providers |
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What does BCBS Louisiana pay for 97153 in Texas?
The median of BCBS Louisiana's published Texas rates for 97153 is $12.50 per 15 min ($50.00 per hour), from 8 rates and 53 providers in the October 2026 files.
Does BCBS Louisiana pay more than Texas Medicaid for ABA?
For 97153, BCBS Louisiana's median is 14% below the Texas Medicaid fee-for-service rate of $14.50 per 15 min.