Legislation
By July 1, 2000, requires each hospital with obstetrical services to screen all newborns for hearing loss prior to discharge. Auditory brain stem response, otoacoustic emissions, or another appropriate test specified for screening. Other details of the program to be determined by the Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene with advice from an Advisory Council. Program to include a system for gathering and maintaining data; methods to inform parents and primary care providers of screening results; and a telephone hot line for information and services. Requires managed care organizations and health insurance carriers to cover screening on and after July 1, 2000.
Citation: 1999 Me. ALS 647; 1999 Me. Laws 647; 1999 Me. Ch. 647; 1999 Me. HP 1260
Web Resources
Kennedy Krieger Institute
From the University Affiliated Program of Maryland: A comprehensive resource for children with disabilities. http://www.kennedykrieger.org/
Maryland School for the Deaf
The language enriched environment at the Maryland School for the Deaf is a catalyst for developing academic and social skills as students are immersed in educational, developmental, and extra-curricular activities. http://www.msd.edu/
Maryland NICHCY Resources
From the National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities (NICHCY). http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/md.htm
Montgomery County Self Help for Hard of Hearing People (McSHHH)
Self Help for Hard of Hearing People, Inc. (SHHH) is a national, non-profit, non-sectarian, educational organization devoted to the welfare and interests of those who cannot hear well. http://www.members.tripod.com/maf_/mcshhh/
Parents Place of Maryland The Parents' Place of Maryland
A Center for Families of Children with Disabilities. We're here to help!
http://www.ppmd.org/home.shtml
