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Screening and Eligibility
A psychological evaluation, called a Determination of an Intellectual Disability (DID), is conducted in accordance with state law and HHSC rules to determine if a person has an intellectual disability, developmental disability, or a related condition, or is a member of the HHSC intellectual and developmental disability priority population.
Individuals who are assessed with intellectual and developmental disabilities must have any of the following criteria to receive services:
When we receive your application, the Service Coordination Specialist assigned to you will contact you to schedule an appointment and answer any questions you have.
A psychological evaluation, called a Determination of an Intellectual Disability (DID), is conducted in accordance with state law and HHSC rules to determine if a person has an intellectual disability, developmental disability, or a related condition, or is a member of the HHSC intellectual and developmental disability priority population.
Individuals who are assessed with intellectual and developmental disabilities must have any of the following criteria to receive services:
- IQ of 69 or below established by 18th Birthday (Intellectual disability)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (symptoms before age 10; Diagnosed before 22nd birthday)
- Individuals with Related Conditions may qualify for limited services based on the disability, IQ level and adaptive behavioral level (Diagnosed before 22nd birthday)
- Early Childhood Intervention (0-3 years old)
When we receive your application, the Service Coordination Specialist assigned to you will contact you to schedule an appointment and answer any questions you have.
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