N.C. Sickle Cell Syndrome Program: Services

Counseling

Genetic counseling services for persons and their families identified with sickle cell disease, sickle cell trait (carrier), and other types of abnormal hemoglobins.

Education

• Patient and family education
• Training for health and human services professionals
• Statewide public education for schools, churches, civic groups, etc.

Medical Centers

• Medical treatment
• Physician and medical provider training
• Consultations
• Community Clinics
• Access to national research studies

Payment Program

• Reimbursement program which may assist with medical services for eligible patients through the Purchase of Medical Care Services
• DPH-Sickle Cell Formulary-Approved Medication List for Clients Enrolled in the DPH-Sickle Cell Program (PDF, 99 KB)

Screening

• Universal Screening of newborns in North Carolina
• Screening service at Local Health Department
• Analysis of Blood test by State Laboratory of Public Health

Care Coordination and Related Services

• Follow-up for clients with sickle cell disease throughout the life cycle
• Consultation with health and human services professionals
• Referrals to support groups, medical centers, and other agencies
• Education and employment intervention
• Psychosocial services