Diagnosing Autism

Autism Diagnostic Centers

There are several specialized centers in Indiana dedicated to diagnosing autism. These centers have multidisciplinary teams of experts who provide thorough evaluations and comprehensive diagnostic services. Here are a few you can consider:

Allen County:

• Fort Wayne Neuropsychology
  4306 East State Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
  P: (260) 460-3203
  W: https://www.fwneuropsych.com/

• Parkview Children’s Pediatric Specialty Clinic
  1115 Parkview Plaza Drive, Suite 210, Fort Wayne, IN 46845
  P: (260) 266-5400 ext 2
  W: https://www.parkview.com/medical-services/pediatrics/pediatric-specialties

Delaware County:

• Ball State University Psychoeducational Diagnostic and Intervention Clinic
  Teachers College, Room 037, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306
  P: (765) 285-8526
  W: https://www.bsu.edu/academics/centersandinstitutes/pdic

• Meridian Health Pediatrics
  205 North Tillotson Avenue, Muncie, IN 47304
  P: (765) 288-1995
  W: http://www.meridianhs.org/Physical/MeridianHealthPediatrics

• Open Door – Psychological Assessment and Consulting
  1806 W. Royale Dr. Muncie, IN 47304
  P: (765) 381-4578
  W: http://www.opendoorhs.org/services/behavioral-health/

 Floyd County:

• Associates in Counseling and Psychotherapy (ACP)
  2627 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, IN 47150
  P: (812) 944-1550
  W: https://acp-indiana.com/

• Katelyn’s Place Psychology & Autism Services
  2676 Charlestown Rd, Suite 3, New Albany, IN 47150
  P: (502) 303-4063
  W: https://katelynsplace.com/

• Jared’s Place Psychological Assessment Services
  2676 Charlestown Rd, Suite 12, New Albany, IN
  P: (502) 715-2943
  W: https://jaredsplaceindiana.com/

• Raskins & Associates- Psychology Resource Group
  7400 New La Grange Rd., Suite 312, Louisville, KY 40222
  P: (502) 394-9990
  W: https://drraskinandassociates.com/

 Hamilton County:

• Amaurita Kanai, PsyD, HSPP
  Clinical Psychologist – Kanai Psychology Services
  P: (317) 984-0864
  W: https://www.kanaips.com/

• Edward B. Aull, MD
  St. Vincent Hospital, Carmel Campus
  13430 N. Meridian Suite 365, Carmel, IN 46032
  P: (317)582-7654

• Beacon Psychology Services
  11495 North Pennsylvania, Suite 105, Carmel, IN 46032
  P: (317) 942-4020
  W: http://www.beaconindiana.com

• Carmel Neuropsychology Services, P.C.
  755 West Carmel Drive, Suite 205, Carmel, IN 46032
  P: (317) 610-0166
  W: https://www.carmelneuro.com

• Carmel Psychology
  301 East Carmel Drive, Suite D100, Carmel, IN 46032
  P: (317) 810-1005
  W: http://www.carmelpsychology.com

• Community Psychological Consultants
  11350 N. Meridian Street, Suite 300, Carmel, IN 46032
  P: (317) 574-1785
  W: https://www.cpcindy.com

• Indiana Health Group
  703 Pro Med Lane, Carmel, IN 46032
  P: (317) 843-9922 or (800) 276-1122
  W: http://www.indianahealthgroup.com

• Neuropsychology & Learning Associates
  1016 Third Avenue SW, Carmel, IN 46032
  P: (317) 503-9177
  W: http://www.drcarlhale.com

Howard County:

• The Oasis Counseling Center LLC
  Dr. Judey Anders, PhD
  1531 Rockford Ct, Kokomo, IN 46902
  P: (765)453-4500
  W: https://www.theoasiscounseling.net/home

• Engaging Minds Autism Services
  612 E Blvd, Kokomo, IN 46902
  P: (765) 216-8294
  W: https://www.engagingmindsservices.com/diagnostics

Lake County:

• Neuropsychology & Learning Associates
  285 W 80th Place, Merrillville, IN 46410
  P: (219) 742-5122
  W: http://www.drcarlhale.com

Madison County:

• Community Health Network
  Teresa Quant-Callender, MD
  1629 Medical Arts Boulevard, #200 Anderson, IN 46011
  P: (765) 298-5439

Marion County:

• Children’s Research Group
  9106 N Meridian Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46260
  P: (317)575-9111
  W: https://www.childrensresourcegroup.com/

• David J Posey, MD
  9106 North Meridian Street, Suite 210, Indianapolis, IN
  P: (317) 341-4575
  W: https://drposey.com/

• Easterseals Crossroads
  4740 Kingsway Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46205
  P: (317)466-2000
  W: https://www.eastersealscrossroads.org/

• Riley Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic
  1002 Wishard Boulevard, Suite 4110, Indianapolis, IN 46202
  P: (317) 944-8162
  W: https://www.rileychildrens.org/practice-location/child-psychiatry-behavioral-sciences-pediatric-care-center

• Riley Hospital for Children- Riley Child Development Center
  1002 Wishard Boulevard, Suite 2130, Indianapolis, IN 46202
  P: (317) 944-8167
  W: https://www.rileychildrens.org/practice-location/child-development-pediatric-care-center

Porter County:

• Mid-America Psychological and Counseling Services
  Dr. Jaswinder Singh Psychologist, PhD, HSPP, LMHC
  402 Wall Street Suite 23, Valparaiso, IN 46383
  P: (219)364-6965
  W: https://www.midapsychologicalcounseling.com/

• Anps-IN Judith DeGrazia Harrington Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
  1150 Eastporte Centre Drive, Suite D, Valparaiso IN 46383
  P: (219)462-0246
  W: https://www.anps-in.com/

• Southlake Pediatric Assessment Center
  402 Wall Street, Suite 33, Valparaiso, IN 46383
  P: (219)281-2077
  W: https://www.southlakepac.com/

Tippecanoe County:

•  Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Health System
  2600 Greenbush, Lafayette, IN 47905
  P: (765) 838-4030 or (765) 838-6708

Vanderburgh County:

• BrainPower Neurodevelopment Center LLC
  5155 Rosebud Lane, Newburgh, IN
  P: (812)773-8321
  W: https://www.brainpowerneuro.com/

• Luzio & Associates Behavioral Services
  4411 Washington Ave, #300, Evansville, IN 47714
  P: (812)479-1916
  W: https://luzioassociates.com/

• Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville
  3700 Washington Ave, Evansville, IN 47714
  P: (812)485-4000
  W: https://healthcare.ascension.org/locations/indiana/inasc/pmch/our-locations/evansville-peyton-manning-childrens-hospital

FAMILY SUPPORTS (FSW) & 

COMMUNITY INTEGRATION & HABILITATION (CIH) WAIVERS

For Indiana residents with intellectual or developmental disabilities who need basic or intensive community-based supports

Step 1. Submit Your Waiver Application

Two ways to apply:

1. Paper application

   • Download State Form 55068, complete it digitally or by hand, then sign the form.

   • Return it to your local BDDS office by fax, mail, or in person.

2. Online

   • The BDDS Gateway may be accessed at: Bddsgateway.fssa.in.gov

   • Need help? Check out:

     • • Application Instructions

       • Video Tutorial

       • Applicant/Legal Representative Application Submission Procedure

       • Gateway FAQ for Individuals and Families

Please Note: There is no longer a waiting list for the CIH waiver, rather emergency criteria is the only qualifying factor. 

   Qualification for the CIH waiver is based on the following emergency criteria:

• • • • • • • • The primary caregiver is 80 years of age or older.

              • Loss of primary caregiver.

              • Extraordinary health and safety risk.

              • Evidence of abuse or neglect in the current institutional or home placement. 

Step 2. The Intake Process

Once you have completed and returned the waiver application packet and all requested documents, an Intake Specialist from your local BDDS office will contact you to complete the assessment for a preliminary Level of Care (LOC) using the information and documents you provide. This part of the process determines Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability (I/DD) eligibility and preliminary Level of Care (LOC).

Step 3. Application Process Complete...Now What?

1. After the application process is complete and LOC is determined, you will be placed on the Waiting List for waiver services.

2. While you are waiting for an open slot, you may:

   • • Utilize Medicaid State Plan Services, if eligible

     • Apply for Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI).

     • Apply for Caregiver Supports (respite) as they are available

     • Use natural supports for help (e.g. family members, church, neighbors, co-workers and friends)

     • Utilize the other resources, such as the Department of Education (if under age 22), the Indiana Centers for Independent Living Services  and the Aging and Disability Resource Centers.

3. Contact your Local BDDS Office immediately and annually to update your address or telephone number.

4. To better serve Individuals on the FSW waiting lists, DDRS has developed the BDDS Waitlist Web Portal. The Portal will allow you to review and update your contact information and to review the waiver application dates the BDDS has on record. Check the BDDS Waiting List Online Portal.

Step 4. Beginning Waiver Services

1. When a slot opens, DDRS mails a targeting letter. Confirm you still want services, and an Intake Specialist completes a current LOC.

2. Once you have confirmed that you still want to receive services, an Intake Specialist will contact you and complete a current LOC. If you do not currently meet LOC, you will not be able to utilize the available waiver slot.

Step 5. Medicaid Reminders 

• If you were previously denied Medicaid, bring your targeting letter to your local Division of Family Resources (DFR) to reapply.

• If you're currently on income-based Medicaid (like HIP or Hoosier Healthwise), call 800‑457‑4584 and request to be moved to Traditional Medicaid due to waiver enrollment.

✅ This ensures you’re in the correct Medicaid program, which supports eligibility under higher income limits—and in some cases, excludes parental income for children and young adults.

Step 6. Choosing your Case Management Company (CMCO)

1. After you accept a waiver slot, BDDS will give you a “Pick List”—a roster of all certified case‑management companies (CMCOs) that serve your county. This decision matters: the CMCO you choose will be your day‑to‑day partner, guiding you through waiver rules, coordinating services, and helping you stay in control of your own supports. Feel free to interview any—or all—of the companies on the list and select the one that best fits your needs, communication style, and long‑term goals.

2. To inform your  Local BDDS Office of your case‑management choice, just fax them your completed pick list. If you prefer, send it to your selected case‑management company, and they’ll forward it to BDDS for you.

Tips to keep things moving

• Renew Medicaid every year. If your coverage lapses, waiver services stop.

• Keep your contact info current with both DFR and AAA or PathWays—missed mail can delay everything.

• Check for FSSA updates about the waitlist, or verify your spot using the dashboard (see instructions)

• Respond to your invitation quickly so you don’t lose your place

• You can call Maximus directly at: 1-833-597-2777 if you haven’t heard from your Options Counselor

• Call the helpline first for any questions about PathWays enrollment, plan switching, or covered services: 877‑284‑9294.

Keep in mind:

If your child has a serious, chronic medical condition, consider applying for Indiana Children’s Special Health Care Services (CSHCS). This program provides supplemental medical coverage for children ages birth to 21 who meet financial and medical criteria (families with income up to 250% of the federal poverty level may be eligible).

CSHCS supports children with conditions that are long-term, may limit daily functioning, or require special treatments or devices. Services can include specialty care, prescription drugs, immunizations, routine dental care, travel reimbursement, and community referrals.

CSHCS can run alongside Medicaid and waiver services, giving families additional support while waiting for waiver enrollment.