MN SF562

Modifies Minnesota Statutes section 256B.0949 to authorize and expand the Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) benefit for persons under age 21 with autism spectrum disorder or related conditions, including comprehensive multidisciplinary evaluation, ongoing progress monitoring, and medically necessary early intensive treatment.

Extends eligibility from children to persons up to age 21 and broadens the definition of "autism spectrum disorder or a related condition" to include closely related conditions meeting specific severity and functional limitation criteria.

Establishes comprehensive provider qualification requirements for Qualified Supervising Professionals (QSP), Level I-III treatment providers, and Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Evaluation (CMDE) providers, with varying experience hours and educational credentials.

Requires individualized treatment plans that are culturally and linguistically appropriate, person-centered, and based on CMDE findings, with progress monitoring every six months and transition planning for service termination.

Authorizes the commissioner to grant exceptions to provider qualification and enrollment requirements during documented provider shortages, provided safety and treatment effectiveness are not compromised, with annual reporting to the legislature.