Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does this cost?
Psychological testing is labor intensive and requires a high level of expertise. The cost is dependent upon the measures required and the time involved in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the data. It also requires up to several appointments, a written report and, in some cases, a review of records and consultation with your healthcare providers. With this in mind, please see the fee schedule under the Fees tab.
Q: If I have out of network benefits, how does this work?
Each insurance plan is different. In general, out of network benefits often have much higher deductibles, co-pays, and co-insurance costs. You will need to contact your insurer to determine if you have out of network coverage, the details of how your plan applies to psychological testing, and what you need to do in order to use your benefits. I am happy to provide you with any information needed to help with this process.
Q: How long does the assessment process take?
You will be scheduled for one or more appointments depending on the purpose for your evaluation. The first appointment typically involves a comprehensive clinical interview followed by testing. You may be in the office for up to four hours. Due to the length of the evaluation appointment, you may want to bring water and a small snack. You will be given breaks as needed and are permitted to move about freely during testing. The scoring, interpretation, and report writing may take from two to four weeks to complete. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled to review results
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Q: If I am the one having the evaluation, can I have my children wait in the reception area or stay with me during my appointment?
I do understand the challenge of finding someone to watch your child while you are being evaluated. For safety concerns, young children are not to be left unattended in the reception area during your appointment and are not permitted to sit with you during your evaluation. For privacy, and to maintain the therapeutic environment, this policy will be upheld. If you find that you are not able to keep your appointment due to lack of child care, just let us know and we'll be happy to reschedule your evaluation.
Q: Why are you asking me to provide documentation from previous testing, schools, or medical information?
This data is often extremely important and relevant to your evaluation. Due to some cases being quite complex, with multiple possibilities for diagnoses, this data provides additional reference points for me to consider along with new data. Difficulties do not occur within a vacuum; therefore, your history across different settings can provide valuable information that contributes to accuracy.
Psychological testing is labor intensive and requires a high level of expertise. The cost is dependent upon the measures required and the time involved in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the data. It also requires up to several appointments, a written report and, in some cases, a review of records and consultation with your healthcare providers. With this in mind, please see the fee schedule under the Fees tab.
Q: If I have out of network benefits, how does this work?
Each insurance plan is different. In general, out of network benefits often have much higher deductibles, co-pays, and co-insurance costs. You will need to contact your insurer to determine if you have out of network coverage, the details of how your plan applies to psychological testing, and what you need to do in order to use your benefits. I am happy to provide you with any information needed to help with this process.
Q: How long does the assessment process take?
You will be scheduled for one or more appointments depending on the purpose for your evaluation. The first appointment typically involves a comprehensive clinical interview followed by testing. You may be in the office for up to four hours. Due to the length of the evaluation appointment, you may want to bring water and a small snack. You will be given breaks as needed and are permitted to move about freely during testing. The scoring, interpretation, and report writing may take from two to four weeks to complete. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled to review results
.
Q: If I am the one having the evaluation, can I have my children wait in the reception area or stay with me during my appointment?
I do understand the challenge of finding someone to watch your child while you are being evaluated. For safety concerns, young children are not to be left unattended in the reception area during your appointment and are not permitted to sit with you during your evaluation. For privacy, and to maintain the therapeutic environment, this policy will be upheld. If you find that you are not able to keep your appointment due to lack of child care, just let us know and we'll be happy to reschedule your evaluation.
Q: Why are you asking me to provide documentation from previous testing, schools, or medical information?
This data is often extremely important and relevant to your evaluation. Due to some cases being quite complex, with multiple possibilities for diagnoses, this data provides additional reference points for me to consider along with new data. Difficulties do not occur within a vacuum; therefore, your history across different settings can provide valuable information that contributes to accuracy.
