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The non‐condition specific approach used by the CSHCN Screener© identifies children across the range and diversity of childhood chronic conditions and special needs, allowing a more comprehensive assessment of health needs and health care system performance.
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The NSCH uses a validated screening tool to identify CSHCN and includes questions about the health and health care needs of this important subpopulation of children. The NSCH identifies special health care needs based on the health consequences a child experiences due to an ongoing health condition, regardless of diagnosis.
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Jun 1, 2022 · Children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) are a sizable and diverse population with variable access to well-functioning systems of care. The National Survey of Children’s Health is the nation’s primary source for data on CYSHCN and the only source for state-level estimates.
CSHCN are defined as “those who have or are at increased risk for a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional condition and who also require health related services of a type or amount beyond that required by children generally” [7].
- Edward Goldson, Glenda Louch, Kimberly Washington, Holly Scheu
- 2006
The CAHMI has a long history of advocating, developing resources, and optimizing outcomes and services for families of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). Click the links below to learn more about each of the CAHMI’s resources and contributions. Significant contributions include:
Jan 6, 2021 · Children and youth with special healthcare needs (CYSHCN), also known as children with special healthcare needs (CSHCN), require more care for their physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional differences than their typically developing peers.
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Jul 25, 2023 · Children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) are those who have or are at increased risk of developing a chronic condition and require services beyond that usually required by children. (See 'Terminology' below.) A broad range of conditions can result in special health care needs.
