(a) the routine employment of objective autism spectrum disorder
screening tools at regular intervals during critical childhood
developmental stages;
(b) a provider/parental dialogue, utilizing the modified checklist for
autism in toddlers as a reference, intended to educate parents in regard
to autism spectrum disorders; and
(c) an appropriate referral mechanism for children who, based upon
results of the aforementioned screening process, require further
evaluation.
2. The modified checklist for autism in toddlers referred to in
subdivision one of this section shall be accessible by the public on the
department's internet website.
3. The commissioner shall promulgate any rules and regulations
necessary to implement the provisions of this section.
Structure New York Laws
Article 25 - Maternal and Child Health
2500 - Maternal and Child Health; Duties of Commissioner.
2500-A - Test for Phenylketonuria and Other Diseases and Conditions.
2500-B - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
2500-C - Special Programs With Respect to Diethylstilbestrol.
2500-D - New York State Poison Control Network.
2500-E - Pregnant Women, Blood Test for Hepatitis B; Follow-Up Care.
2500-F - Human Immunodeficiency Virus; Testing of Newborns.
2500-F-1 - Special Program for HIV Services for Women and Children, Including Adolescents.
2500-G - Newborn Infant Hearing Screening.
2500-H - Statewide Perinatal Data System.
2500-H*2 - Anaphylactic Policy for School Districts and Child Care Providers.
2500-I - Child Food Choking Prevention.
2500-J - Autism Spectrum Disorders; Screening of Children.
2500-L - Pregnant People, Blood Test for Hepatitis C Virus (Hcv); Follow-Up Care.
2501 - Health and Welfare Services to All Children; Duty of Local Boards.
2502 - Report of Certain Conditions.
2503 - Drug Information to Be Furnished Expectant Mothers.
2504-A - Hepatitis B Immunization of a Minor.
2504-B - Information Concerning Pelvic Exams.
2505 - Human Breast Milk; Collection, Storage and Distribution; General Powers of the Commissioner.
2505-A - Rights of Breastfeeding Mothers.
2505-B - Lactation Accommodations in Airports.
2506 - Obstetric and Pediatric Practitioner Incentive Demonstration Program.
2507 - Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children; Specialty Formula.
2508 - Newborn Health and Safe Sleep Study.
2509 - Maternal Mortality Review Board.
2509-A - Corded Window Blind Leaflet.
2509-C - Availability of Adverse Childhood Experiences Services.