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:
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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.