When a Referral is NOT Needed

 

referral with a circle and a slash through it on a blue and gray background A caseworker should not make a referral for a child in the conservatorship

of the Department who needs routine medical care or medication services.

 

 

 

 Additionally, when both of the following criteria are met caseworkers generally do not need to make a referral to FACN:

• The child has already been seen by a local physician who is certified as a child abuse and neglect specialist.

• There are no additional questions or concerns.