AAC AAC Funding, Insurance & Advocacy

Question 1

Which federal program is the primary payer for AAC devices for eligible adults over age 65 in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Medicare Part B

Answer

Medicare Part B covers SGDs (speech-generating devices) as durable medical equipment for eligible beneficiaries aged 65 and older.

Question 2

What documentation is typically required by Medicare to justify funding for a speech-generating device (SGD)?

Accepted Answer

A physician's order and a comprehensive AAC evaluation by an SLP

Answer

Medicare requires a physician's order combined with a comprehensive AAC evaluation completed by a qualified SLP to justify medical necessity for an SGD.

Question 3

Under IDEA, which document legally mandates the provision of AAC devices and services for eligible students with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Answer

The IEP legally specifies all special education services, including AAC devices and related supports, required for eligible students under IDEA.

Question 4

Which advocacy principle asserts that all individuals, regardless of disability severity, have the right to use AAC?

Accepted Answer

Presumption of competence

Answer

The presumption of competence assumes that every individual has the capacity to communicate and learn, supporting unconditional access to AAC.

Question 5

When an insurance company denies coverage for an AAC device, what is the recommended next step for the AAC team?

Accepted Answer

File a formal appeal with additional medical necessity documentation

Answer

Filing a formal appeal with thorough medical necessity evidence is the standard recommended course of action when an initial insurance claim is denied.

(AAC) Augmentative & Alternative Communication Certification Practice Test

(AAC) Augmentative & Alternative Communication Certification Practice Test

AAC AAC Funding, Insurance & Advocacy