FAQs

I typically charge a flat rate fee for comprehensive neuropsychological assessments. For grades kindergarten through college, the fee is $8250. For younger children, the fee is $7,000. IQ testing is $800. Consultation services are billed for at an hourly rate of $325-375 depending on your needs. Please contact me for a complimentary phone call to ask questions and learn more about what’s included in each of these services.

While I do not work directly with insurance, I can provide a “superbill” (a receipt coded for insurance purposes) after services are complete, which you can submit to your insurance. I encourage families interested in doing this to call their insurance company ahead to ask what their plan covers and if there are limitations to coverage based on diagnosis. The evaluation might also be considered a taxable medical expense. Some people are also able to utilize their flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account to help cover the cost.

For full assessments, your slot is secured once a non-refundable deposit of $500 is applied to the full fee. The remaining first half of the fee is due on when the assessment begins. The balance is due at the end of the assessment.

For IQ testing, half of the fee is due at the time of scheduling as a non-refundable deposit. The balance is due the morning of the testing.

Consultations are billed for at the time of service. Payments are preferred via Zelle but also accepted through Venmo.

Good Faith Estimate & the No Surprises Act (HR 133):

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Availability fluctuates depending on the time of year. For comprehensive assessments I can sometimes accommodate a family right away, while at other times a family may need to wait for their appointments. If you are considering a full assessment I encourage you to contact me right away for a complimentary phone call to check on availability and to see if my services are a good fit for your child and family. I am also glad to give referrals to other providers if I’m booked out further in advance that would work for you. IQ testing is typically much easier to schedule.

The length of the process depends somewhat on how your schedule blends with mine and also how far apart you would like to schedule your child’s appointments with me. But generally speaking a full assessment takes 4-6 weeks to complete. IQ testing is completed within a single day.

It is important for clients to attend testing sessions feeling healthy, well-rested, and well-nourished. You can expect to come in for a few minutes during my first meeting with your child to help them get settled. I have a waiting area for you and several great coffee shops nearby both of my offices where you can wait while testing takes place. I encourage your child to have snacks, water and to dress in layers for their meetings with me. They can also bring a special toy, book or other simple activity for breaks. Many parents find it helpful to plan a small, fun "celebration" or reward after the session to acknowledge their child's hard work and effort.

This is an important question that doesn’t have a one size fits all answer. For full evaluations we will think together in the initial parent meeting about how to best prepare your child for their meetings with me. For IQ testing, I encourage downplaying the notion of a 'test.' Instead, tell your child they will be meeting with an expert who helps kids figure out how their brains work. You can let them know they will do puzzles and answer some interesting questions and that their job isn’t to know all the answers but just to do their best.