Identifying & Overcoming Barriers to Screening
You may be concerned about how to implement screening in your practice. Providers already feel a "time crunch" and may feel they lack the staff or resources to effectively implement screening. A 2002 study of primary care pediatricians bears that out.
Barriers that Limit Diagnosis and Management of Maternal Depression
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Overcoming the Barriers
EDOPC's training program addresses the following potential barriers.
| Barrier |
Solutions |
| Lack of Time |
- Report tools that are filled out by parents can save time by addressing concerns upfront
- This course provides tips on using a team approach to help you make it work in practice
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| Tools |
- EDOPC training recommends specific tools that are practice-friendly and tells you how to access them
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| Referral Resources |
- We'll discuss how EI, Head Start, Early Head Start, and Local School Districts are excellent resources for you and the families you serve
- Toll free hotlines are also available
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| Cultural / Language Issues |
- Screening tools are often provided in a variety of languages
- You can identify a staff member to assist with these issues
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| Communication |
- Since screening tools help facilitate conversations about health and development, they help establish a trusting relationship with the family
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| Duplication of Effort |
- Doing repeat screenings ensures you get accurate info
- Children’s behavior changes – new concerns may arise which warrant repeat screenings
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| Cost |
- The tools themselves are not expensive
- This course provides information on coding, billing, and reimbursement in Illinois
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