| Children Special Health Care Services |
The Children's Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) program enrolls persons newborn to 21 years of age who
have a qualifying medical diagnosis which is chronic, severe, and requires treatment by a pediatric medical
specialist. Clients with cystic fibrosis or a blood clotting disorder are eligible to be enrolled for life.
Over 2700 diagnoses are eligible for CSHCS coverage.
This is a state program with local offices available to each county in Michigan. Families are sent an
application after their child is determined eligible through review of medical reports from a medical
specialist. Assistance is available through the local health department for locating and paying for an
evaluation by a pediatric medical specialist for the purpose of determining an eligible diagnosis.
Once enrolled CSHCS can provide:
- Assistance for mileage and lodging when visiting out of town providers.
- Assistance with adding new providers.
- Assistance with the Children's Trust Fund which provides unique services for children with special needs that cannot be provided by other funds.
- Care Coordination, Support groups, and Community-based services are also available.
Please call or visit your local CMDHD Branch office for more information:
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