KANSAS

Newborn Screening Contact Information

Click here to go to this program's newborn screening website

Approximate Births by occurrence (ref. 2010 NCHS data)
41,598

Major Racial/Ethnic Groups
White: 88%
American Indian:  1%
African American: 8%
Asian/Pacific islander: 3%
Hispanic Ethnicity: 16%  (may also be included in race categories above) 

Kansas Statute
Kan. Stat. Ann. § 65-180 (1997) - addresses coverage for medical foods.
Kan. Stat. Ann. § 65-180 (1994) - addresses addition of tests and parental education.
For more information click on this link: National Conference of State Legislators

Screening Requirements
Required by law on all infants, with a second test required if initial screen is done prior to 24 hrs.

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NBS Fee:  None