Regulation .05 Model System.
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The Department shall establish and maintain a model system to provide for the implementation of an early identification program and follow-up of newborns and infants who have or are at risk for developing a permanent hearing status that affects speech-language skills and includes the following components:
A.
Educational materials;
B.
Telephone resource line;
C.
Department database to gather and maintain program data;
D.
A service referral directory;
E.
In-service training of hospitals, local health departments, and local education agencies;
F.
Referral to appropriate agency or professional for services;
G.
Program monitoring and review;
H.
Confidentiality of records and information in accordance with Health-General Article, §§4-101 and 4-301 — 4-309, Annotated Code of Maryland; and
I.
Continuum of follow-up which includes:
(1)
Contacting the primary care provider in writing or by telephone to verify the status of the infant;
(2)
Contacting parents or guardians in writing or by telephone to facilitate referral for diagnostic audiological assessment and referral for appropriate services; and
(3)
Interfacing with the single point of entry for the early intervention system.