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Project

Medicaid Match

Center:

NM-Center for Development & Disability, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2016

Contact Information:

Marcia Moriarta
[email protected]
505-272-5679

Project Description:

The purpose of this project is to improve the health care of Medicaid-enrolled individuals statewide through: 1) training and technical assistance for Medicaid providers in identifying children with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders and in how to use evidence-based and/or best practice interventions; 2) case management or care coordination for specific populations and 3) outreach and referral. The project focuses on five specific areas: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Medically Fragile children and adults who also have a DD; early identification and intervention for infants and children with environmental risks for developmental; and early identification and intervention for infants and toddlers with developmental disabilities. Non-federal funds are matched to expand current training, technical assistance and services.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information

Area of Emphasis

Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Reservation, Rural/Remote, Urban

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State

Funding Source: