Extended Assessment Program

Extended Assessment Process
    Step 1: Referral call for Extended Assessment is received
Step 2: Intake appointment is scheduled within 7 days, extensive ICA is completed
Step 3: Functional Behavioral Assessment will be completed if additional information is needed
Step 4: Psychological evaluation is held to recommend services
Step 5: Interagency Team Meeting is held to discuss recommendations and complete authorization request
Step 6: Authorization request is submitted to Magellan Behavioral Health
Step 7: Families receive resource links and services begin if approved

What are possible outcomes from the Extended Assessment process?
As a result of the Extended Assessment process the following services may be recommended if deemed medically necessary. CFF also provides all families with community resource information.
  • Out Patient Therapy
  • Case Management Services
  • Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services
  • Family Based Mental Health Services
  • Therapeutic Foster Care
  • Partial or Inpatient Hospitalization
  • Residential Treatment Facility
Who is eligible for Extended Assessment?
The child must be younger than 21 years, a resident of Montgomery County, have a documented mental health diagnosis and have Medical Assistance.

How can my child be referred?
The following people may refer a child to Extended Assessment:
  • Parents/Guardians
  • Teachers/Guidance Counselors
  • Social Workers
  • Case Managers
Referrals can be made by calling an Extended Assessment Coordinator at 866-240-3010 x244.