Children's Specialized Hospital — Autism Program

Offered by Children's Specialized Hospital (RWJBarnabas Health)

New Jersey Children’s Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence offering evaluations, therapies, ABA-linked services, early supports, and family resources through RWJBarnabas Health.

Children’s Specialized Hospital (CSH), part of RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey, operates an Autism Center of Excellence focused on services, training, advocacy, and research for autistic children, adolescents, and their families. According to CSH’s current autism pages, families may access a range of diagnostic and treatment-related services. These include developmental and medical specialty pathways, psychology services, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, feeding and nutrition therapies, social skills groups, early intervention supports for eligible young children, free Quick Peek developmental screenings for ages 1–5 (screening only; not a diagnosis), Children’s Specialized ABA, and a specialized Severe Behavior Program through CSH–RUCARES for children and adolescents with significant safety-risk behaviors who cannot be safely treated in less intensive settings. CSH emphasizes early identification and individualized supports. Exact clinical pathways depend on the child’s needs, location, and intake process. Families should use the hospital’s autism appointment request route and confirm which services are available for their child. This listing summarizes publicly posted hospital program information. It is not medical advice and does not diagnose any child. Discuss concerns and next steps with a qualified clinician and confirm current CSH intake requirements, insurance participation, and wait times directly with the hospital.

Eligibility

CSH autism pages describe services for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder and related developmental needs. Early Intervention is described for children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays in two or more listed areas and does not require a formal autism diagnosis. Other clinic services have their own clinical criteria. Confirm eligibility for the specific service during intake.

How to apply

1) Review the CSH Autism Center of Excellence pages for the service pathway that matches your child’s needs. 2) Use the official Autism Program request-an-appointment form, or RWJBarnabas Health appointment options, to begin intake. 3) For general physician/service navigation, RWJBarnabas Health also lists 1-888-724-7123. 4) Confirm insurance, required records, location, and any wait-time expectations with CSH staff before the visit.

At a glance

Funding type: insurance
Services: Diagnostic evaluation pathways, Children's Specialized ABA, Speech and language therapy, Occupational therapy, Physical therapy, Psychology, Feeding and nutrition therapies, Early intervention, Social skills groups, Severe behavior program
Cost notes: CSH does not publish a single public fee schedule on the autism program pages reviewed for this update. Services are commonly billed through insurance or other coverage arrangements. Confirm participating plans, authorizations, and out-of-pocket costs with CSH and your insurer.

Source and verification

Last source check: August 5, 2026

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