LAC 48:V.1705. Referrals to Other Programs

A. Eligible children are routinely referred to the WIC Program. The WIC services are provided at the parish health units. Children whose screening results indicate potential handicaps or genetic disorders are referred to the regularly scheduled regional Handicapped Children's Services (HCS) clinics and regional genetics clinics for diagnosis, treatment, and other appropriate services. Children with vision, or hearing, speech or language problems are referred to the Eye Anomalies or Communicative Disorders Program for diagnostic work-ups. Referrals are made to OPPHS medical social services staff, state supported hospitals, and other health and social service providers for diagnosis, follow-up and/or treatment services. These referrals are made in accordance with OPPHS protocol, guidelines and/or professional judgment. B. Suspected child abuse and/or neglect is reported promptly to Children's Protective Services by professional staff in child health clinics. These referrals are made in accordance with R.S. 14:403 and OPPHS protocol. Medical information is released to other providers in accordance with DHHR regulations.