Oregon Child Health Provider Tool Kit
The Oregon ABCD Early Childhood Screening Initiative developed a Tool Kit that contains specific recommendations on developmental screening, surveillance, and referral practices. The Tool Kit includes information about validated developmental screening tools, surveillance, reimbursement, and referral practices, processes, and other resources. The Tool Kit includes parent and provider resources and provides materials to help communicate information regarding referrals for both families and providers. The Tool Kit also provides many links to agencies and organizations involved in the screening and referral process.
To access this toolkit, click here!
Topics Covered in Toolbox
- Screening Guide
- Developmental screening program requirements
- Coding and reimbursement
- Office protocol
- Referral resources
- Practice guidelines
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