Pediatric Behavioral and Mental Health Screenings

Summary

The bill would have the Agency for Health Care Administration adopt rules that establish practice standards for early screening, diagnosis and treatment of behavioral and mental health conditions in patients from birth through age 21. It also directs the Department of Health to create downloadable information on sleep, screen time and nutrition for parents, and mandates annual performance reporting to the Governor and legislative leaders. The goal is to improve early detection and care for youth mental health.

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