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Wisconsin Toolkit - In this Toolkit, Wisconsin physicians and families share their stories and insights on creating a Medical Home Partnership. They will guide you through the key steps of quality improvement – the small steps that can make big differences for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs.
National Center for Medical Home Implementation - The mission of the National Center for Medical Home Implementation is to work in cooperation with federal agencies, particularly the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB), and other partners and stakeholders to ensure that all children, including children with special needs, have access to a medical home.
Questions you may have:
1. What is Developmental Surveillance and Screening?
Developmental Surveillance and Screening in the Medical Home - Dr. Mala Mathur, a Madison area Pediatrician presents on surveillance and screening.
2. What is a diagnostic assessment?
Screening and Diagnosis - Information from the CDC on Screening and Diagnosis.
3. Who should I call in Wisconsin to find a doctor who does screening or diagnosis?
Wisconsin First Step or your Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs.
4. Who are some professionals I may come into contact with?
Navigation Autism Services: A Community Guide for Missouri has a good overview on page 5 of professionals you may come into contact with.
5. What happens when my child outgrows his pediatrician?
When a child is moving from childhood to adulthood, we call this Transition. There are many resources surrounding this major topic. Here are some starting points for you:
Wisconsin Statewide Transitions Iniative