In ABA therapy, delivering a great session is just one piece of the puzzle. Long-term success hinges on what happens between sessions β specifically, how well your team maintains ABA continuity of care.
Whether you’re a solo BCBA, part of a growing clinic, or overseeing multiple RBTs, continuity of care ensures that every session builds on the last, maintaining consistency, reducing regression, and aligning treatment with the clientβs evolving needs.
β What is ABA continuity of care in ABA Therapy?
Continuity of care in ABA therapy refers to a coordinated, consistent approach across sessions, therapists, and treatment updates. It ensures that:
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Interventions are implemented consistently
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Progress is tracked and built upon
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Everyone involved (therapists, BCBAs, parents) stays aligned
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Documentation and treatment plans reflect real-time progress
Disruptions in continuity can lead to slower progress, confusion among staff, and even problems with insurance reauthorization.
π How to Ensure Continuity in ABA: A Step-by-Step Breakdown
After obtaining authorizations for ABA services and completing detailed session notes, the next step is implementing a system of continuity and review:
π 1. Review Previous Session Notes
Go over the clientβs current treatment plan and the most recent notes. This allows the therapist to:
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Refresh on goals and targets
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Note recent progress or challenges
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Prepare for any changes made by the BCBA
π‘ Refer to our post on ABA session notes for why this step is essential for insurance and billing.
π 2. Prepare Materials Before Each Session
Gather:
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Data sheets or tablet software
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Visual supports or task materials
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Reinforcers and behavior supports
Being prepared avoids downtime and supports treatment consistency.
π§© 3. Implement the Treatment Plan
Deliver services based on:
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The authorized CPT codes (e.g., 97153, 97155)
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The session structure outlined in the treatment plan
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Previous data and therapist observations
π 4. Collect Data and Document Immediately
Immediately after the session:
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Log behavior data and skill acquisition performance
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Add notes on client mood, environment, or health
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Note any parent communication or incidents
Timely documentation is key for progress tracking and accurate billing.
π 5. Update the Treatment Plan as Needed
If you observe a lack of progress or significant change, notify the supervising BCBA. Treatment plans should be dynamic and based on:
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Collected data
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Session notes
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Parent or team input
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Observed regressions or breakthroughs
π’ 6. Communicate with Team Members
Share session feedback and updates with:
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BCBAs (for program oversight)
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Parents (for continuity at home)
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Other RBTs or therapists (for consistent implementation)
Use secure systems to maintain HIPAA compliance.
π 7. Maintain Accurate Records
All notes, data, and communications should be organized, accessible, and audit-ready. Accurate records are critical for:
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Insurance reauthorization
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Internal QA checks
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Legal and ethical compliance
π€ How Taylor Prime Solutions Supports ABA Continuity of Care
We know that strong documentation and team coordination support both clinical outcomes and billing success.
We help ABA providers:
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Align session documentation with payer expectations
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Reduce denied claims due to inconsistent notes or gaps in care
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Track authorizations and treatment plan expirations
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Provide billing support that reinforces your teamβs clinical work
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