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Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics, Baystate Children's Hospital

Baystate's diagnostic programme for children under five with symptoms suggesting autism spectrum disorder.

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The practical details

Ages servedDiagnostic evaluations for children under 5; the programme does not currently complete ADHD evaluations due to demand
Current waitNo wait time published in the sources we saw — ask when you call
WhereBaystate Children's Specialty Center, Springfield, MA
Phone413-794-5437
Funding takenNot published — ask when you call

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What this is, in plain language

Diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorder in children under age 5, including developmental and psychological testing and recommendations for evidence-based therapies.

Getting started

Families must be referred by their child's paediatrician; call 413-794-5437 to discuss concerns and referral options.

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What they say about themselves

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  • Baystate's Children's Specialty Center assesses and diagnoses children under age 5 who have symptoms suggesting autism spectrum disorder.
  • The team also assesses children with genetic disorders associated with higher likelihood of autism or intellectual disability.
  • The diagnostic process includes developmental and psychological testing; specialists recommend behavioural therapies and evidence-based approaches for home and school.
  • A referral from a child's paediatrician is required; the programme is not currently evaluating children for ADHD due to demand for autism-related work.

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  • Accepts referrals directly from parents
  • Publishes its current wait time
  • Says on its website that it accepts Medicaid
  • Explains what the evaluation includes

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