ADHD – Does Your Health Insurance Cover ADHD?
ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a mental health condition that can not only be expensive, but can have life-long effects on one's job prospects and quality of life. The primary symptom of this disorder, a severe inability to focus, is thought by many to be a mere inconvenience, but this is not the case. Unfortunately, many health insurance companies do not provide coverage for this condition because they do not consider Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder a serious mental illness. However, this does not mean that parents should have to shoulder the full burden of treatment. Health insurance can cover costs, but parents should be prepared to do some research and appeal denied claims if necessary.