B.C.M.H. Program

The Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps supports diagnostic and coordinated treatment services for children with special health care needs.

To qualify a child must:

• Be under 21 years of age
• Be an Ohio resident
• Be under the care of BCMH approved physician
• Require diagnostic evaluation to rule out certain conditions
• Have an eligible medical condition that requires further treatment
• Be financially eligible for BCMH to pay for treatment services

Eligible services may include: 

• Days in the hospital
• Hearing Aids
• Special shoes
• Lab tests and X-rays
• Physical, occupational, or speech therapy
• Special diagnostic tests
• Surgery and anesthesia
• Prescription medications
• Medical equipment and supplies
• Eyeglasses/contact lenses when related to eligible diagnosis

If you are concerned about your child’s health and would like to know if you qualify for this program, call 937-484-1605 and ask to speak with a BCMH nurse.