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This discussion will review the major points of PL 99–457 and address the challenges and responsibilities of physicians in its implementation.
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Randall, V. (1991). PL 99–457. In: Gottlieb, M.I., Williams, J.E. (eds) Developmental-Behavioral Disorders. Critical Issues in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-3714-4_2
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