Complex Medical Help (CMH) Program
The Complex Medical Help (CMH) Program is a tax supported state program of the Ohio Department of Health. The program assists families in obtaining services to diagnose a medical condition (the diagnostic program) and assists with ongoing services for children with an eligible medical condition and financial qualification (the treatment program).
The diagnostic program assists families in obtaining an evaluation by a physician, including testing for a medical condition regardless of a family’s income. The treatment program is for children who have been diagnosed as having an eligible medical diagnosis and financially qualify.
Which Children Are Eligible For CMH?
- Age 0-25
- Permanent Resident Of Ohio
- Under The Care Of CMH-Approved Doctor(M.D. Or D.O.)
- Who Have Or May Have A Chronic Medical Condition
Financial eligibility is required for the Treatment Program only
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Diagnostic Program Services
Office Visits To CMH Approved Physicians
Outpatient Diagnostic Testing Such As Blood Work, X-ray, CT Scan, MRI, Etc.
Public Health Nurse Services
Examples Of Eligible Conditions
Chronic Pulmonary Disease
Juvenile Arthritis
Cancer
Cerebral Palsy
Spina Bifida
Heart Defects
Diabetes
Cystic Fibrosis
Cleft Lip/Palate
Hemophilia
Hearing Loss
Seizure Disorders
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Referral To Approved Physician & Services
Health Assessment & Education
Developmental Screening
Home Visits
Treatment Program Services:
Office Visits To CMH Approved Physicians
Prescription Medications
Therapies
Hearing Aides
Surgery
Hospitalization
Medical Equipment
Public Health Nurse Services
Nutrition Consult
Other Services Depending On Diagnosis
For more information on CMH:
Call the Health Department at 419-523-5608
or
Visit: Ohio Department of Health Website
To find an approved CMH provider call: 1-800-755-4769