Skip Navigation

Talk with Your Doctor About Newborn Screening

 
 
Page:  1  2 

Take Action!

If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor or midwife about newborn screening.

Find out which tests your hospital offers.
Talk to your doctor or midwife about newborn screening. Find out which tests are required in your state. Ask the hospital if they offer additional screening tests.

What about cost?
Most newborn screening tests are covered by health insurance. If you have health insurance, find out which tests are included your plan.

If you don't have insurance, you can still get medical care for you and your baby. Call 1–800–311–BABY (1–800–311–2229). This toll–free telephone number will connect you to the health department in your area code. For information in Spanish, call 1–800–504–7081.

Quick Guide Main Menu
Start Today: Small Steps
  • Use this state–by–state list of screening tests External Links Disclaimer Logo to find out about mandatory newborn screening in your state.
  • If you are pregnant, ask your doctor or midwife about newborn screening.
  • If you have health insurance, check if your plan covers additional newborn screening tests.

Find additional resources from healthfinder.gov.


Hyperlinks: