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in which the individual provides services; if services are provided in this state, the individual must hold an active license to practice under AS 08.38. (Eff. 2/1/2010, Register 193) Statutory Authority: Authority: AS 47.05.010 AS 47.07.030 AS 47.07.040 7 AAC 110.275. Nutrition services for recipients under 21 years of age. (a) The department will pay for outpatient nutrition services provided to a recipient under 21 years of age who, consistent with the criteria in (b) of this section, is determined to be at high risk nutritionally by a physician, an advanced practice registered nurse, or another licensed or certified health care practitioner who may order those services within the scope of the practitioner’s license or certification. (b) A recipient under 21 years of age is at high risk nutritionally if the recipient

(1) has a flat growth curve or failure to thrive;

(2) has an atypical height-to-weight ratio, head circumference, or sudden weight change;

(3) has a hemoglobin count of less than 10 grams or a hemostat of less than 30 percent;

(4) has a weight of 2,500 grams or less, or a gestation of 36 weeks or less at birth;

(5) has a chronic disease or condition, including diabetes, cystic fibrosis, kidney disease, cancer, colitis, hypertension, diarrhea, constipation, anemia, and infection;

(6) has a congenital anomaly or genetic disorder, including cleft lip or palate, Down syndrome, spina bifida, heart disease, and phenylketonuria;

(7) is pregnant or breast-feeding; or

(8) has a growth problem with a nutritional condition that requires a special formula or diet. (c) Except as provided in 7 AAC 110.200(3), the department will pay for the following nutrition services provided to a recipient who meets the requirements of (a) and (b) of this section:

(1) one initial assessment, not to exceed one hour, in a calendar year;