Autism Evaluations
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave. Every single person with autism is different but some of the qualities you may find in a child with autism are:
* trouble communicating and delayed language skills
* limited facial expressions
* Limited or poor eye contact
* Difficulty with transitions or minor changes in routine.
* Little interest in peers
* "Stimming behaviors" stuch as rocking, flapping hands, chronic toe walking, spinning
* Echolalia (repeating what they hear)
Are you concerned about your child's developmental, communication or behavioral progress or has your Pediatrician suggested that your child may have Autism Spectrum DIsorder? Our clinic specializes in autism evaluations using the ADOS-2 and ADI-R to help families understand their child's needs and provide the support families need for their child to grow & thrive.
See evaluation process below for more information.
Pricing: $1000 ($875 for members)
* Includes consult, standardized testing forms, in person testing with ADOS-2 and ADI-R and follow up meeting with written evaluation and resources
Insurance often does not cover autism testing or requires long delays for prior authorization prior to scheduling. Costs for autism testing at practices that accept insurance can cost several thousand dollars out of pocket. We do not accept insurance for autism testing but you can pay with credit card, check, or HSA card. We can create a super-bill invoice for you to submit to your insurance company for possible repayment.
* We do have a 3 month payment plan for families that need to spread out the cost.
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Autism Evaluation Process
Step 1: Screening Evaluation
A Pre-Testing Call will be completed to ensure that this is the right testing for your child prior to scheduling the evaluation.
Parents will then fill out standardized developmental and behavioral forms to help us understand their child's unique situation. This step allows us to determine if further evaluation is needed.
Step 2: Child Evaluation
This part takes place in person.
Using the ADOS-2 and ADI-R methods to evaluation the evaluation can take 1-2 hours to complete evaluating how your child interacts. Dr. Kurowski sits with you and your child, plays, interacts and observes.
*On Occasion this may need to be broken into 2 sessions depending on the child
*Option for in home visit available for a fee
Step 3: Follow Up Meeting
1-2 weeks after the in-person evaluation, Dr. Kurowski will meet with you to discuss the evaluation and results. A complete written evaluation will be provided. She will also discuss next steps and provide resources .