Kids Health

Kids and teens should see a provider on a routine basis even if they are healthy. It helps them find and treat problems early before they get worse. It also helps them stay on track and get their immunizations on time.

Check out the preventive guidelines for kids and teens up to 21 years old.

EPSDT covers care for those under the age of 21 at no cost to you. EPSDT stands for:

Early – So problems are treated soon
Periodic – To set up routine visits
Screening – To check for a health problem
Diagnostic – To find a health problem
Treatment – To care for a problem

These exams make sure that kids are healthy and are developing physically and mentally. They include:

  • Medical exams
  • Vision exams
  • Dental exams
  • Hearing exams
  • Nutrition checks
  • Developmental exams
  • Lead testing
  • Lab tests
  • Immunizations
  • Health education

Medically necessary follow-up care is also covered to treat health problems or issues found during an exam. This could include, but is not limited to:

  • Visits with a specialist, dentist, optometrist or other provider to diagnose and treat problems or issues
  • Inpatient or outpatient hospital care
  • Clinic visits
  • Prescription drugs

How to Get EPSDT Services

Call your provider to schedule an exam. Make sure to ask for an EPSDT exam when you call. Children should have exams at birth, 3-5 days of age and at 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, and 30 months of age. After that, kids need at least one exam each year. As a part of EPSDT, care coordination is available. Learn more about this program.

Transportation

Need help with transportation to EPSDT visits? We can help! Learn more about your ride options.