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EPSDT

What is EPSDT?

EPSDT is a program of scheduled checkups and screenings for children 21 and under to detect and treat health problems.  EPSDT checkups are FREE for all children who have TennCare.

Early Many problems can be prevented or stopped before they get worse.
Periodic Checkups are needed on a regular basis to monitor growth and development.  See schedule.
Screening Checkups include the following examinations and tests:
  Complete physical exam
Eye test
Hearing test
All needed shots
Blood tests and lab tests as needed		 Growth and development check
Nutrition check and facts on healthy eating
Referral to the dentist beginning at age 3 for regular dental checkups
Diagnosis The health care provider will make a diagnosis of anything unusual found during the checkup.  Further tests or a referral to a specialist may be needed.
Treatment Your TennCare plan and Partner's plan must provide treatment for any physical, mental or developmental problems that are found.  If your health care provider recommends additional testing and treatment for your child, you will pay the same co-pay that you do for other services.

Schedule for checkups:

Newborn (Your child should receive a checkup before leaving the hospital)

2- 4 days (If your child leaves the hospital earlier than 48 hours after birth)

1 month 3 years 14 years
2 months 4 years 15 years
4 months 5 years 16 years
6 months 6 years 17 years
9 months 8 years 18 years
12 months 10 years 19 years
15 months 11 years 20 years
18 months 12 years  
24 months 13 years  

Take your child to your health care provider anytime your child is sick.  If you or someone who works with your child suspects a physical, mental or developmental problem, take your child to the doctor even if it is not time for a checkup.

Call your health care provider to make an appointment for EPSDT checkups.  If you need more information, call your local health department or the TennCare Information Line at 1-800-669-1851.