FAQs

  • Pediatric neuropsychology is the study of how a child’s brain development affects their thinking, behavior, and emotions. By combining insights from psychology and neuroscience, pediatric neuropsychologists assess how the brain functions and identify the support a child needs to succeed. They often help children with conditions like ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, anxiety, brain injuries, epilepsy, or other conditions that impact learning and behavior.

  • An evaluation is important because it helps children get the support they need based on how their brain works, not just how they behave on the surface. The goal is to get a clearer picture of what is happening in the brain and to determine the best ways to support the child. Support might include individualized help at school, therapy, or other interventions that can make a real difference in a child’s success.

  • A psychoeducational evaluation can be a valuable tool that focuses primarily on a child’s academic performance and learning profile. It plays a key role in identifying learning challenges and guiding school-based support.

    A neuropsychological evaluation overlaps with a psychoeducational evaluation in some areas but has a broader scope that extends beyond school functioning. It examines how the brain functions in areas such as memory, attention, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.

    While a psychoeducational evaluation can show that a child is struggling in school, a neuropsychological evaluation helps explain why. It explores neurodevelopmental, medical, and psychosocial factors that influence learning, behavior, and social-emotional development. In addition, it provides recommendations that go beyond the classroom, offering guidance for home life, medical care, and therapy—along with strategies to support academic success.

  • A neuropsychological evaluation may be helpful if your child is experiencing difficulties with:

    • Attention, learning, or memory

    • Executive functioning or organization

    • Emotion/behavior regulation, anxiety, or mood

    • Social processing and friendship skills

    If you'd like to discuss your concerns, schedule a free consultation, and we can help determine if an evaluation is needed.

  • We do not accept insurance directly, but you may be eligible for out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance provider. To find out if you’re eligible, follow these steps:

    1. Call Member Services
    The number is usually on the back of your insurance card.

    2. Ask About Out-of-Network Benefits
    Ask the following questions:

    • “Do I have out-of-network benefits for outpatient neuropsychological evaluations?”

    • “Is pre-authorization or a referral required?”

    • “What is my deductible, and how much has been met this year?”

    • “After I meet my deductible, what percentage of the evaluation will be reimbursed?”

    • “What documentation is required for reimbursement?”

    Provide these CPT codes:

    • 96116: Neurobehavioral status exam (clinical interview)

    • 96136 & 96137: Test administration and scoring

    • 96132 & 96133: Test interpretation and feedback

    You may need an ICD-10 code (diagnosis code), which we can provide.

    3. Submit for Reimbursement
    You will pay MIND Collective directly for services. After the evaluation, we will provide you with an itemized invoice called a superbill. The superbill includes all the necessary information for you to submit a claim to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.

  • We typically work with individuals ages 2 to 21. However, we can make some exceptions depending on the situation. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to discuss the possibility of an evaluation for someone outside of this age range.

  • Most children quickly ease into the session and feel comfortable in the evaluation environment. The evaluation tasks are designed to be novel and engaging. Our goal is to make the evaluation a positive learning experience for your child.

  • To help your child feel their best, make sure they get a good night’s sleep before the evaluation and have a healthy breakfast on the day of the appointment. If your child takes daily medication, they should take it as usual (unless we advise otherwise).

    You are welcome to bring snacks and drinks for your child—we also have snacks available. You can explain to your child that they’ll be doing activities like solving puzzles, listening to stories, and completing tasks similar to what they might do at school, with a doctor who will help figure out how they think and learn best. We have toys, games, and books for use during breaks. If your child has a phone or tablet, please leave their devices at home.

    Every child is different—some prefer advance notice of changes in routine, while others might become anxious with too much notice. We can discuss how and when to explain the evaluation to your child during our intake meeting, so it feels right for your family.