Medical Economics February 5, 2024
Early intervention is crucial, and so is collaboration among physicians to help young patients and their families.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) continues to be the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the United States, impacting one in 36 children. Families on this journey often encounter formidable challenges as they seek the right resources for accurate diagnosis and treatment for their children. They often question if their primary care physician or pediatrician is the most qualified to make recommendations and if they need a referral to a developmental-behavioral pediatrician. An overview of these disciplines demonstrates the overlap in their roles and capabilities for addressing ASD.
Understanding ASD
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) defines ASD as a developmental disability...
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