The Early Start program is California's early intervention program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Early Start services are available statewide and are provided in a coordinated, family-centered system. Services cover children 0 - 36 months.
EPSDT — EARLY AND PERIODIC SCREENING DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT
EPSDT allows for periodic screenings to determine health care needs of individuals under the age of 21. The program provides all services covered by Medi-Cal plus additional services called EPSDT Supplemental Services. They include: private duty nursing services, case management, pediatric day health care, nutritional services, and mental health evaluations and services.
