What to Expect

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Evaluations start with a telehealth or in-person interview. In-person evaluations span from approximately 9:30am-3:30pm, including breaks. This varies by age and reason for testing. A parent or guardian must remain on-site for pediatric evaluations. Record review, scoring, interpretation, and report-writing are completed after the visit. 

For clinical evaluations, I am an out-of-network provider. Prior to the visit, contact your insurer to determine out-of-network benefits for neuropsychological (CPT 96116, 96132, 96133, 96136, 96137) & psychological (CPT 90791, 96130, 96131, 96136, 96137) testing. A detailed receipt is provided. In NJ, insurers do not cover evaluations for learning disabilities. 

For clinical evaluations, a one-hour telehealth feedback session will be scheduled approximately three weeks after the testing day, and is included in the evaluation fee. Generally, children do not attend this session. A comprehensive report will be provided shortly after the feedback session. Feedback sessions are not permitted for IME's.

All medications should be taken as prescribed on the day of testing. Be sure to also bring glasses, hearing aids, communication devices, or any other required items. Bring copies of all prior evaluations (psychological, neuropsychological, neurological, school). A minimum of one-half the fee is due on the day of the assessment; please bring cash or check for the agreed-upon evaluation type. 

Obtain good rest the night before. Tell children the day includes talking, listening, answering questions and problem-solving. Breaks are provided as needed. No observers, including parents, are permitted in the room during administration of standardized tests, with rare exceptions only for very young children. Parents/collateral sources will be asked to complete rating scales during testing. 

For pediatric evaluations, teachers may be asked to provide data. School visits and observations  can be arranged for additional fees, but are rarely necessary for clinical evaluations. Participation in school meetings can be arranged for an hourly fee as requested.