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Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) is a federally mandated Medicaid program for children for detection and treatment of \"\"many preventable conditions. EPSDT provides school physicals or well-child checkups for Medicaid eligible children from birth to age 21. Children should be checked periodically for medical problems at an early age, because once a problem is found early, it can be treated before it becomes serious.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that these preventive health visits occur on or before the following ages: 1 month; 2 months; 4 months; 6 months; 9 months; 12 months; 15 months; 18 months; 24 months; 30 months; 3 years; 4 years; 5 years; 6 years; 8 years; and once a year for ages 6-20. For more information, refer to the\u00a0American Academy of Pediatrics Periodicity Schedule<\/a>. \"\"<\/div>\n
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When you bring your child to Muhlenberg County Health Department for an EPSDT exam, a nurse will discuss any health issues and concerns you have for your child and include an exam that addresses the following: general wellness; growth and development assessments; nutrition; activity; vision; hearing; dental care; immunizations; and certain laboratory tests. Age appropriate counseling and education will also be included in your visit. Follow ups and referrals may be made as needed.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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For more information on the Kentucky Department for Public Health\u2019s EPSDT program, refer to https:\/\/chfs.ky.gov\/agencies\/dms\/dpqo\/dcmb\/Pages\/epsdt-screenings.aspx<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span>or call the Muhlenberg County Health Department at 270-754-3200.\u00a0<\/span> \u00a0<\/div>\n
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