Florida H1133 mandates pediatric behavioral and mental health screenings and related services for children up to 21 years old.

Florida H1133 creates a statute requiring the adoption of practice parameters and protocols for early periodic screening, diagnostic, and treatment services for children up to 21 years old. It mandates the use of validated, age-appropriate, trauma-informed diagnostic tools based on nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines. The bill also requires the Department of Health to provide parents or legal guardians with information on sleep, screen time, and nutrition, which health care providers must share.

Florida H1133 mandates pediatric behavioral and mental health screenings and related services for children up to 21 years old.

Florida H1133 creates a statute requiring the adoption of practice parameters and protocols for early periodic screening, diagnostic, and treatment services for children up to 21 years old. It mandates the use of validated, age-appropriate, trauma-informed diagnostic tools based on nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines. The bill also requires the Department of Health to provide parents or legal guardians with information on sleep, screen time, and nutrition, which health care providers must share.