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Autism Diagnosis in Jackson, Mississippi

Getting an autism evaluation in Jackson is centered on a couple of key providers, and referrals plus waiting are usually part of the process. As the state capital, Jackson hosts Mississippi's leading pediatric developmental hub, but demand across a high-need state means families should expect to plan ahead. This page explains where evaluations happen locally and how to keep momentum while you wait.

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UMMC Center for the Advancement of Youth (CAY)

Diagnostic Center

Mississippi's leading multidisciplinary pediatric developmental and autism evaluation hub at UMMC; referral generally required.

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Canopy Children's Solutions

Diagnostic & Early Intervention Provider

Provides autism diagnosis alongside early intervention through its early intervention and autism clinic.

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LeFleur Behavioral Health

Diagnostic Provider

Offers comprehensive autism evaluations for children, teens and adults, with clinics in both Jackson and Madison.

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Neurocognitive Specialty Group

Diagnostic Provider

Autism evaluations for ages 10 and up, including adults, at 735 Avignon Dr, Suite 2 in Ridgeland, just north of Jackson. A useful option for older children and teens seeking a later diagnosis.

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UMMC Child Development Clinic

Diagnostic Provider

Evaluates children from birth to 17 at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and takes more than 300 referrals a month from doctors and nurses across the state. A separate clinic from UMMC's Center for the Advancement of Youth, with its own intake.

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