Get Help in New MexicoCritical Congenital Heart Disease (CCHD) Screening
This screening guideline details the process and management of critical congenital heart disease (CCHD ) screening by the University of Utah Hospital postpartum care team. The guideline originated in 2013 in collaboration with the Utah Department of Health Newborn Screening Program, Intermountain Healthcare, and University of Utah’s General Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology.
Key Points
Infants should be screened for CCHD using pulse oximetry, usually around 24-48 hours after delivery (when most infants have undergone closure of the ductus arteriosus).
Delayed screening
Screening for unstable infants, those on oxygen, or those who need
an echocardiogram for other reasons may be delayed or deferred.
Follow-up
Follow-up care is determined based on screening results.
An echocardiogram and consultation with Pediatric Cardiology may be
indicated. Critical Congenital Heart Disease (CCHD) has guidance for immediate care after a
positive newborn screen.
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Critical Congenital Heart Screening (UDOH)
Screening for Critical Congenital Heart Disease (CCHD) by pulse oximetry is mandatory for all Utah newborns effective October
1, 2014. This page has contact information for the Utah CCHD Screening Program and a link to screening results reporting form;
Utah Department of Health.
Services for Patients & Families in New Mexico (NM)
| Service Categories | # of providers* in: | NM | NW | Other states (3) (show) | | NV | RI | UT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pediatric Cardiology | 3 | 4 | 17 | 4 | ||||
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* number of provider listings may vary by how states categorize services, whether providers are listed by organization or individual, how services are organized in the state, and other factors; Nationwide (NW) providers are generally limited to web-based services, provider locator services, and organizations that serve children from across the nation.