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Developmental Pediatrician Providers in Mission Viejo
Newport Children’s Medical Group at Mission
📍 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy. Suite 540
What to Look For in Developmental Pediatrician
Developmental pediatricians are medical doctors specialized in diagnosing and treating developmental disorders including autism. They can provide formal autism diagnoses, prescribe medications, and coordinate care.
- ✓Board certification in developmental-behavioral pediatrics
- ✓Experience with autism spectrum disorders
- ✓Thorough evaluation process
- ✓Care coordination with therapists
- ✓Reasonable wait times for follow-ups
Insurance: Most health insurance covers developmental pediatrician visits. Wait times for initial appointments can be 3-12 months in many areas.
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Your Regional Office
Regional Center of Orange County
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📍 1525 North Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705, Santa Ana
🕐 Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
To be eligible for services from Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC), a person must have a developmental disability that originates before age 18, continues, or can be expected to continue, indefinitely, and constitutes a substantial disability. Eligible individuals must reside in Orange County.
California Resources
Key Laws
SB 946
Requires health insurance to cover behavioral health treatment for autism, including ABA therapy.
Lanterman Act
Guarantees services and supports for Californians with developmental disabilities through Regional Centers.
AB 1062
Requires school districts to use evidence-based practices for students with autism.
Funding Sources
Regional Center
Provides services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism. Free evaluation and services.
Medi-Cal
California's Medicaid program covers ABA, speech therapy, OT, and other autism services.
Private Insurance
SB 946 mandates autism coverage. Contact your insurer for specific benefits.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for children ages 3-22 with disabilities.
Early Start
Early intervention for children 0-3 through Regional Centers. Free evaluation.