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Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

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27-03-2018 | Original Paper

Embedding Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis Within the Medical Home: Decreasing Wait Times Through Streamlined Assessment

Auteurs: Jeffrey F. Hine, Catherine G. Herrington, Alice M. Rothman, Rachel L. Mace, Barron L. Patterson, Kathryn L. Carlson, Zachary E. Warren

Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders | Uitgave 8/2018

Abstract

Long waits for diagnostic assessment prevent early identification of children suspected of having autism spectrum disorder. We evaluated the benefit of embedded diagnostic consultation within primary care clinics. Using a streamlined diagnostic model, 119 children with concerns for autism spectrum disorder were seen over 14 months. Diagnostic clarity was determined through streamlined assessment for 59% of the children, while others required follow-up. Latency from first concern to diagnosis was 55 days and median age at diagnosis was 32 months: considerably lower than national averages or comparable tertiary clinics. Findings support that embedded processes for effective triage and diagnosis within the medical home is a viable mechanism for efficient access to diagnostic services and assists in bypassing a common barrier to specialized services.

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Titel: Embedding Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis Within the Medical Home: Decreasing Wait Times Through Streamlined Assessment
Auteurs: Jeffrey F. Hine
Catherine G. Herrington
Alice M. Rothman
Rachel L. Mace
Barron L. Patterson
Kathryn L. Carlson
Zachary E. Warren
Publicatiedatum: 27-03-2018
Uitgeverij: Springer US
Gepubliceerd in: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders / Uitgave 8/2018
Print ISSN: 0162-3257
Elektronisch ISSN: 1573-3432
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3548-3

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