The intent of EPSDT is to find and treat problems early before they become more serious and costly to treat.

Assessing a child's health early and periodically detects potential diseases and disabilities in their preliminary stages when they are most effectively treated.

Services:

• WIC
• Preschool Screenings
• Vision & Hearing Screening
• Developmental / Behavioral Assessments
• Well Child Visits (including immunizations)
• Lead Testing for Children Under Age 6
• Referral Services When Applicable

Program History:

• Established in 1967 at a mandatory service for all children in the Medicaid program
• Public Health is one of the few health departments in Michigan still offering EPSDT services to families.

Related Information Links:

Public Health's EPSDT Color Brochure

Visit U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services webpage:
http://www.hrsa.gov/epsdt

Call for Appointment or Information:

• Escanaba Office: 906-786-4111
  (Press "2" then Press "3")
• Menominee Office: 906-863-4451

Eligibility:

• Medicaide children ages 0-21

Local impact:

Number of Children Screened in Delta & Menominee Counties through EPSDT