ABA THERAPY · DENVER, COLORADO

BehaviorSpan

2111 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80222

About BehaviorSpan

BehaviorSpan provides school-based ABA therapy in Denver, Colorado. Its programs serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Insurance options include Medicaid (Health First Colorado), Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Humana and other plans.

BehaviorSpan is one of 19 ABA provider profiles in Denver on Colorado ABA. The details below cover how sessions work, who is served, insurance and what to expect when you reach out.

BehaviorSpan at a glance

Listed service: ABA therapy
Ages served: Birth to age 2 (infants and toddlers) · Ages 3-5 (preschool) · 4 to 6
Care settings: School-Based
Insurance: Medicaid, BCBS, UHC, Private Pay, Humana, Tricare, Aetna
Languages: Not listed
Medicaid: Accepted
Telehealth: Not available

Details come from the provider and can change. Confirm openings and coverage when you reach out. Suggest a correction.

Where sessions happen

BehaviorSpan offers one care setting. Here’s what each one means for your family.

School-based support

Therapists may support your child during the school day, working with teachers and the school team so skills carry over to the classroom.

Ages served

BehaviorSpan serves these age ranges:

Birth to age 2 (infants and toddlers)
Ages 3-5 (preschool)
4 to 6

That covers toddlers (under 3), preschoolers (3–5), school-age children (6–12). Ask whether there are openings for your child’s age right now, since availability can differ by age group and setting.

Insurance and payment

BehaviorSpan accepts Medicaid. In Colorado, Medicaid is called Health First Colorado. Ask whether BehaviorSpan works with your specific plan and how authorization is handled.

Other plans and payment options

Blue Cross Blue Shield
UnitedHealthcare
Private Pay
Humana
TRICARE
Aetna

Before starting, ask the provider to verify your benefits. Many plans require an autism diagnosis and prior authorization for ABA, and your costs depend on your deductible, copays and plan rules.

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Location and service area

BehaviorSpan lists its location as 2111 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80222.

Ask about the service area, parking and drop-off before your first visit. Compare all 19 ABA providers in Denver →

What’s changed for Colorado families

June 2026
Colorado now requires ABA providers to be licensed
HB26-1425, signed June 3, 2026, requires ABA providers to apply for professional licensure, with fingerprint-based background checks for providers and staff. It also sets up licensing for ABA facilities and requires a clinic facing a negative licensing action to notify the families it serves.
What to ask: Ask any provider whether it has applied for its Colorado ABA license.
Source: Colorado governor’s joint release on HB26-1425 ↗ (opens in a new tab)
February 2026
Federal audit flags Colorado Medicaid ABA billing
A U.S. Health and Human Services Inspector General audit (A-09-24-02004) found at least $77.8 million in improper fee-for-service Medicaid payments for children’s ABA in 2022 and 2023, tied to documentation, billing and credentialing problems. It recommends more guidance for providers and regular payment reviews.
What to ask: Expect more paperwork checks. Ask your provider how it documents sessions and supervision.
Source: HHS Office of Inspector General ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Late 2025
Proposed Medicaid rate cuts for pediatric behavioral therapy
The Governor’s 2026–27 budget proposal included reducing Medicaid reimbursement for pediatric behavioral therapies, including ABA. Families and providers rallied at the Capitol in November 2025, warning that some clinics could close.
What to ask: Ask providers whether rate changes have affected their openings or hours.
Source: Colorado Public Radio ↗ (opens in a new tab)

What to expect when you reach out

Most ABA providers follow similar steps. Confirm the exact process with BehaviorSpan.

Reach outContact BehaviorSpan by phone, through its website or with a request through Colorado ABA. Share your child’s age, your insurance and the days and times that could work.
Insurance checkThe provider usually verifies your benefits. Many plans require an autism diagnosis and prior authorization before ABA can start, so have your diagnostic report ready if you have one.
AssessmentA Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) typically meets your child and family to understand strengths, needs and goals.
Treatment planThe BCBA recommends goals, weekly hours and a setting. The plan is often sent to your insurer for approval.
Getting startedOnce approved, the provider schedules sessions and introduces your child’s team. Ask how parents take part from the start.

Questions to ask BehaviorSpan

Do you currently have openings for a child my child’s age? The listing covers toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Are you in network with my Health First Colorado plan, and how long does authorization usually take?
Where would sessions take place?
Is there a waitlist, and how long is it right now?
Have you applied for your Colorado ABA license under the 2026 licensing law (HB26-1425)?
How many hours per week do you usually recommend, and how are schedules set?
Who supervises my child’s program, and how often does the BCBA see my child?
How do parents and caregivers take part, and how will we see progress?

Guides for Colorado families

How Health First Colorado Covers ABA TherapyHow Health First Colorado covers ABA for kids 20 and under: prior authorization, what providers submit, what to do after a denial and the CES waiver.
In-Home or Center-Based ABA in Colorado: How to ChooseHow in-home, center-based and telehealth ABA differ for Colorado families, with questions to ask and live counts of providers offering each.
Colorado’s New ABA Licensing Law: What HB26-1425 Means for FamiliesColorado now requires ABA providers to apply for licensure. What HB26-1425 changes, what the 2026 federal audit found and what to ask providers.

BehaviorSpan: frequently asked questions

Does BehaviorSpan accept Medicaid?

Yes. BehaviorSpan accepts Medicaid (Health First Colorado). Confirm that it works with your specific plan and has current openings.

What insurance does BehaviorSpan accept?

BehaviorSpan accepts Medicaid (Health First Colorado), Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Private Pay, Humana, TRICARE and Aetna. Coverage depends on your exact plan, so confirm with the provider and your insurer.

Does BehaviorSpan offer in-home ABA therapy?

In-home ABA isn’t listed. BehaviorSpan offers school-based services.

What ages does BehaviorSpan serve?

BehaviorSpan serves these age ranges: Birth to age 2 (infants and toddlers); Ages 3-5 (preschool); 4 to 6. Confirm current openings for your child’s age.

Does BehaviorSpan offer telehealth?

BehaviorSpan doesn’t offer telehealth.

Where is BehaviorSpan located?

BehaviorSpan lists its location as 2111 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80222. There are 18 other ABA provider profiles in Denver on Colorado ABA.

How do I get started with BehaviorSpan?

Contact BehaviorSpan directly, or request information through Colorado ABA. It’s free, and we review requests before sharing them with any provider.