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Medical Documentation Guidelines

To submit complete and compliant documentation follow these medical documentation guidelines:

  • All documentation must be typed on official letter head. No exceptions.
  • Though an IEP or 504 plan may not be sufficient documentation to qualify for services, it can aid in determining appropriate accommodations. IEP contacts for local high school and district records.
  • Follow all DSS Documentation Guidelines below

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD

Documentation
Must Be

  • Typed on official letterhead
  • Not more than 3 years old

Signed By

  • Psychiatrist OR
  • Medical doctor OR
  • Psychologist who specializes in the diagnosis of ADHD

Must Include

  • Clear statement of diagnosis AND
  • Summary of history and diagnosis AND
  • Current functional limitations AND
  • Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education setting.

Emotional/Mental Health

Documentation
Must Be

  • Typed on official letterhead
  • Not more than 6 months old

Signed By

  • Certifying professional who specializes in the diagnosis of the specific disability

Must Include

  • Clear statement of diagnosis AND
  • Summary of history and diagnosis AND
  • Current functional limitations AND
  • Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education setting.

Physical/Chronic Health Disability

Documentation
Must Be

  • Typed on official letterhead

Signed By

  • Qualified professional

Must Include

  • Clear statement of diagnosis AND
  • Summary of history and diagnosis AND
  • Current functional limitations AND
  • Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education setting.

Auditory/Hearing

Documentation
Must Be

  • Typed on official letterhead
  • Not older than 5 years unless conducted after the student's 7 birthday

Signed By

  • Qualified professional

Must Include

  • Full diagnostic assessment AND
  • Clear statement of diagnosis AND
  • Current functional limitations AND
  • Recommendations for accommodations that would assist the student in a higher education setting.

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