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Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluations: From Screening to Evaluation

The Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation (CDE) is the most thorough and reliable clinical evaluation process for identifying autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related disorders in children. The CDE is a series of coordinated evaluations designed to understand each child’s unique profile.

Join us for our upcoming webinar to learn more about CDEs.

Presenters include:

  • Nicole Gend, Psy.D/BCBA, Alliance BHT Clinical Administrator.
  • Shannon Stovall, Psy.D, Wellity Behavioral Health.

Key topics

  • Understanding CDEs and how they differ from other diagnostic psychological evaluations.
  • Screening.
  • Signs that may warrant a referral.
  • How to refer and what information to include.
  • The testing process.

Details and registration

Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluations: From Screening to Evaluation
Thursday, September 10, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.
Online via Microsoft Teams.

To sign up, complete the registration online or contact a Provider Relations Representative at 800-700-3874, ext. 5504.

Who should attend

This session is for providers and staff involved in CDE referrals and follow-up care, including:

  • Primary care providers.
  • Pediatricians.
  • Physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
  • Nurses.
  • Psychologists and other behavioral health specialists.
  • Other clinical staff.
  • Clinic managers and administrative staff.

If you’re unable to attend the webinar, please watch for the upcoming recording on our Provider Webinars and Training page.

Resource

Use the Autism Evaluation, BHT/ABA Form to refer Alliance members under age 21 for autism evaluation and/or behavioral health treatment services, including ABA.