Colorado families succeed in battles after Medicaid denies adaptive car seats
When Raya Bernal's 7-year-old son kept unbuckling himself from his car seat while she was driving, her son's doctor recommended a specialized seat for safety. However, Colorado Medicaid initially denied coverage, citing safety concerns. Bernal, whose son has autism, faced challenges as he would unclip himself while driving. The recommended seat with escape-proof buckles and harnessing complied with federal crash-test standards but came with a high cost. Despite initial denials, the state has begun to overturn these decisions after appeals and is revising its policies concerning such equipment. Advocates emphasize the importance of appealing denials promptly to ensure children's safety during travel.
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