Access helpful information and resources developed for community providers and their patients and family.
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AAP Resources: 2025 Respiratory Season | View Here
Newborn Care Associates (NCA): Plans for Beyfortus administration in local newborn nurseries.
Division of Infectious Diseases’ Summer Update | Rise in Legionella, Lyme Disease, and Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome, Back-to-School Vaccination Efforts
Cincinnati Children’s Avian Flu Surveillance Plans | View Here
Influenza Treatment Options (Division of Infectious Diseases)
Tamiflu Cheat Sheet (Division of Infectious Diseases)
Guidance on Pertussis
Cincinnati Children’s Institutional Policies and Guidelines for COVID-19 Management and Prevention | View Here
RSV Prophylaxis Plan - Summary of regional hospital plans
The CDC has issued a health advisory for increased N Meningitidis serogroup W in the U.S. and Europe. Details are HERE.
Guidance on Measles
Pneumonia Update - Review of management guidelines
Cincinnati Children’s Mpox Evaluation and Treatment Toolkit | View Here
Cincinnati Children’s COVID-19 MIS-C Algorithm (dated May 12, 2023)
H5N1/Avian Flu - Website links | Learn More
Kentucky Public Health Department announced a health alert for increased cases of pertussis in the state. The increase is consistent with current national and global trends. Clinical guidance developed for Cincinnati Children’s staff is available HERE.
Cincinnati Children’s Infection Control Assessment: Drinks in Clinical Areas | View Policy
GSK recently announced a change to the recommended administration schedule for Bexsero vaccine. The change is related to the timing of the 2nd dose; adjusting the schedule from 1 month apart to 6 months apart. Details are HERE.
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Ohio Pediatric Psychiatry Access Line (OPPAL) - FAQ for PCPs | View Here
Partial Hospitalization Program Details | View Here
Effective July 17, DDBP re-opened services to accept referrals for 6 year-old patients seeking diagnostic evaluation for Developmental Disorders (DD). Details about the change can be found in a letter from Tanya Froehlich, MD, Division Director. The letter also contains multiple resources for providers and families.
3 triage questions added to DDBP referrals submitted via EPIC/EPIC Link. Preview the questions HERE.
Behavioral and mental health resources shared by DDBP | View Here
View a behavioral health resource that guides decision-making along the full continuum of care.
Cincinnati Children’s created a new standardized screening process for suicide risk in adolescents. The two-tiered process uses the National Institute of Mental Health’s (NIMH) ASQ screening tool and, if positive, can be followed up with the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS). Details about the research and planned Epic enhancements found HERE.
Interested in a mini fellowship with the Department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics? Learn More
The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics has important changes regarding referrals for children aged 6-12 years, effective 9/20/23. View the referral update from division director, Tanya Froehlich, MD, MS. Please consider these alternative options for evaluations and supports for patients in this age group.
The Division of Psychiatry offers a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) which provides day-treatment for children and teens to improve management of: School anxiety, emotions, behavior problems, and issues related to mental illness. Referrals can be made directly to the division (bypassing PIRC). PHP treatment is available at Green Township and our Norwood location. The admission/exclusion criteria can be used as a reference.
The Division of Psychiatry is offering a Neurobehavioral Partial Hospitalization Program (NB PHP) at College Hill for youth aged 10-17. The program provides multidisciplinary evaluation and group-based treatment for kids with autism, borderline intellectual functioning or mild intellectual disability. Treatment focuses on emotion regulation skills development. Find program details and referral guidelines in this FAQ.
Are you interested in adding Behavior Health services to your practice? Cincinnati Children’s has created an Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) model that allows you to meet behavioral health needs of your patients within the medical home. Click the link above for details or email Stephanie Eberle to learn more.
Center for ADHD Clinical Services - Expanded group therapy options
The AAP has created a free family-friendly referral guide to support families when developmental concerns are identified. The 2-page guide is customizable to add local resources that families can use as a guide for services in their area. The guide is available in English and Spanish.
Book List for Common Mental Health Concerns in children, including anxiety, depression, sleep, OCD and shyness.
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Please help us reduce the number of duplicate MRNs! Remember to search first for newborns using our newborn naming conventions. If an MRN is created by mistake in Epic Link don’t create a second one. Instead, reach out to your liaison who can help fix the original.
Changes to Physician Priority Link (PPL) - Effective July 8, 2025 | View Here
Three new divisions (Derm, Allergy, DDBP) are adding billable E-Consults to their general E-Consult Orders. Use the E-Consult FAQ to learn more.
ED Referrals and Direct Admissions Requests using Epic Link | Job Aid for PCPs and Staff
Effective Oct. 15, all lab orders placed in Epic Link require an ‘Expected Date’ to be entered to indicate an expected collection timeframe. More details are in the FAQ.
Have you viewed the HOME page in Epic Link? The HOME page contains ‘Quick Links’ with several short videos (and PDF’s) to help navigate and use the system efficiently. New tools are found there. Check it out!
Did you know there is an overview of Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) available in Epic Link? Cincinnati Children’s is administering risk assessments which populate 10 SDoH including food insecurity, transportation, mental health, etc. The assessment scores create a color-coded visual (wheel) that can be viewed in the Longitudinal Plan of Care tab or the Plan of Care tab.
To discontinue/cancel an order in Epic Link, use the Order Review tab and click on Cancel Orders. See visual here.
Electronic Referrals to the ED via Epic Link | View Here
Epic Link: Happy Together Tip Sheet and FAQ
Community Medical Staff - Did you know you have access to Cincinnati Children’s Epic system via Haiku? View installation instructions to learn how to load Haiku onto your mobile phone.
CliniSync Transition: View current status (as of Jan. 2024) and options for getting test results.
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Outpatient Diagnostic Lab and Radiology Services Chart (updated 10/2025) | View Here
Cincinnati Children’s Clinical Laboratory Updates | View Here (9/8/25), View Here (9/3/25)
QR Code for Cincinnati Children’s Test Directory
Clinical Lab Resource highlighting lab locations, hours of operation and test menu
Group A Strep Pharyngitis | View Here
Imaging Guides for frequently requested Radiology, Ultrasound and Fluoroscopy orders. Refer to these guides to know what views to order based on the patient’s indication(s).
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Breastfeeding Medicine Clinic (BMC) Q&A | View Here
The Circumcision Clinic has revised its inclusion criteria to now require administration of vitamin K for infants undergoing circumcision. Please refer to the updated flyer HERE.
Pre-Procedure Physical Exam Form (updated 10/2025) | View Here
Screening Protocol for Congenital CMV | View Here
Div. of Urology New Visits: Prerequisite Testing Needed | View Here
Resources for Genetic Services at Cincinnati Children’s | View Here
Cardiology created a referral guide specifically for Preventive Cardiology programs like hypertension and cholesterol clinics.
The Newborn Hyperbilirubinemia guide includes local contact information and criteria for home, inpatient, and birth hospital treatment options.
Dermatology has developed a Triage Algorithm to provide visibility to how referrals flow through the department. They will continue to use details from the referral sent to inform the scheduling priority. A letter from Dr Marathe highlights referral details and upcoming faculty additions.
Here is an algorithm on hemoglobinopathies created by Dr. Charles Quinn from the Division of Hematology. The algorithm is designed to assist local providers with referral decisions and treatment in the event of an abnormal hemoglobin result on newborn screening. NOTE: The algorithm includes the notification process followed by ODH specifically. KY and IN may have slightly different processes.
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Government Shutdown & Impact on SNAP and WIC | View Community Resources & Information
Cincinnati Children’s developed resources in response to recent White House announcements concerning Tylenol use, cerebral folate deficiency, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These materials aim to provide clinical guidance and support informed decision-making.
Talking Points for Providers (When Communicating with Families)
Listing of Community Dental Clinics | View Here
Interested in learning about disaster preparedness for your practice? Rainbow Babies is hosting a free series that includes CME, MOC IV and CNE credit upon completion. Additional details are HERE.
FAST Clinic (Fracture and Sports Trauma) flyers have been updated. The clinic operates year-round at Burnet Campus and seasonally at Liberty, Green Township, and Mason. Appointment details for each location are available via the link above.
Clinical Services Available at Liberty Campus (as of June 30, 2025) | View Here
View Cincinnati Children’s conservative approach to using IVF/TPN.
Updates to Cincinnati Children’s Perioperative Fasting Guidelines for Anesthesia Services (Oct. 2024) | View Here
Cincinnati Children’s Medical Home Project | View Q&A
Hospital Medicine’s Resident Team Color: Why it Matters in Communication
On August 6, 2024, the temporary restraining order halting the implementation of HB68 for transgender care was lifted, which means the law is now in effect. The Transgender Health Center at Cincinnati Children’s will remain open and will follow the requirements of the law. View internal communication and resources HERE.
Ohio Chapter of the AAP was awarded the Outstanding Chapter award for the 5th time! Read more about the chapter’s accomplishment HERE.
Change to CareSource Prior Authorization Process | View Here
Cincinnati Children’s Guidelines for Masking - Precautions against community spread of viral respiratory illnesses (updated September 2024)
The Peri-op team created a 1-page resource that outlines factors that could contribute to surgical cancelations/rescheduling. The pre-anesthesia resource includes information related to recent illness, chronic conditions, medications and more.
OhioRISE provides specialized managed care for Ohio Medicaid children who have complex behavioral health or multiple system needs. If your practice accepts Medicaid insurance, this will impact you and the youth you serve. Find out what you need to know HERE.
OhioRISE Webinar - View the recording which contains valuable information about the Care Management Entities (CMEs) that are in the local catchment areas.
The appendix of the slide deck (58-73) contains additional OhioRise resources including billing guidance.
Bronchiolitis Protocol for Direct Admit | View Here
In compliance with the 21st Century Cures Act, Cincinnati Children’s will begin the immediate release of sensitive lab results to MyChart accounts | View Here
Infectious Disease, ENT and community practice leaders have developed a clinical update for Group A Strep Pharyngitis outlining testing and treatment of both primary and recurrent GAS infections.
The Emergency Dept (ED) created an algorithm for positive blood cultures to guide clinical decision-making for patients who have a positive blood culture after being discharged from the ED.
Ohio Dept of Health (ODH) added screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) and X-linked Adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) to the Newborn Screening Panel (October 2022). This newborn screening document details both conditions. ODH recommends a referral to both Genetics AND Neurology within 2-5 days of a positive SMA screen and a referral to Genetics within 3 weeks of a positive X-ALD screen.
Summary of neuropsychology services provided by Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology (BMCP)
HIKO-STEC Trial - Study details can be found HERE.
Cincinnati Children’s is using ‘Remote Patient Monitoring’ (RPM) to extend care to patients who have been discharged after an asthma admission. We developed a Remote Patient Monitoring FAQ to help answer your questions and provide details about how we can collaborate with you using RPM.
Our Pre-Op team created a one-page resource to help you and your patients understand when and why outpatient surgeries may be postponed. Please print this guide for reference.
Resources for Tickborne Disease:
Please review signs, symptoms, and resources from the Cincinnati Health Department HERE.
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Safety Information on Kratom | View Here
Resources for families navigating the challenges of a disabled child who is moving into adulthood. Several topics are covered including how to get support from county boards, supporting teens through puberty, and managing daily needs. Event dates: 9/24, 10/9, 11/5, 11/12
The Psychiatric Intake Response Center (PIRC) at Cincinnati Children’s offers evaluations and connects you to the help your family needs.
How to Do Mental Health Check-Ins with Your Children | View Here
Your First Gynecology Care Visit | View Here
H5N1/Avian Flu Resources for Families | View Here
Know the difference between common respiratory viruses like RSV, Cold, Flu and COVID-19 | View Here
A web-based tool can help families initiate the process of de-labeling an unverified penicillin allergy. Penicillin Allergy Decision and Mobile Empowerment (PADME) is an online assessment that produces a personalized risk assessment and risk-based guidance for next steps. Website and additional information HERE.