NMSU Papen-Aprendamos Autism Diagnostic Center
The only centre in southern New Mexico providing evaluations for the medical diagnosis of autism, based at New Mexico State University.
The practical details
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What this is, in plain language
Medical diagnosis of autism according to DSM-5 criteria, including community-based evaluations, support and outreach services, with an emphasis on parent training and research participation.
Getting started
A referral from a licensed healthcare provider (including an autism screener indicating a need for further evaluation) is required before evaluation. Contact the centre at 575-646-3177.
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What they say about themselves
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- The Papen-Aprendamos Autism Diagnostic Center is the only centre in southern New Mexico providing evaluations for the medical diagnosis of autism.
- It offers community-based evaluations, support and outreach services, with an emphasis on parent training and research participation.
- The centre provides a medical diagnosis of autism according to DSM-5 criteria, which insurers require to fund treatment and to access other community-based services.
- A referral from a licensed healthcare provider, including an autism screener indicating a need for further evaluation, is required before a child can be evaluated.
- The centre can be reached at 575-646-3177.
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- No:Accepts referrals directly from parents
- No:Publishes its current wait time
- No:Says on its website that it accepts Medicaid
- Yes:Explains what the evaluation includes
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