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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.

Emotional/Mental Health

Documentation Must Be

Typed on official letterhead AND
Not older than 5 years unless conducted after the student's 17th 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.

Audio/Video Presentation of Medical Documentation Guidelines

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