For those who may not be familiar with neuropsychological evaluations, or may not know how they could benefit from one, an initial “Mini-Consult” may be helpful.
A “Mini-Consult” is a 30-minute session one-on-one with the Neuropsychologist for the following purpose:
- Review the doctor’s order or reason for the consultation.
- Briefly discuss the concerns, questions, and needs of the patient and family
- Hear specific ways the neuropsychological evaluation may be helpful
- Review some initial brief recommendations from the Neuropsychologist
A brief summary of the Mini-Consult will be provided to the patient. If the decision is then made to proceed with the neuropsychological evaluation, the cost of the Mini-Consult will be deducted from the total cost. Benefits of the Mini-Consult: Direct access to the Neuropsychologist to learn more about how this type of evaluation may benefit a specific patient’s situation. Potential down-side to pursuing a Mini-Consult: Delay scheduling of the neuropsychological evaluation
What the Mini-Consult will not include:
- Detailed clinical interview and history-taking
- Review of medical records important for the clinical history
- Formal neuropsychological testing battery
- Interpretation of detailed evaluation findings
- Clinical diagnosis and recommendations specific to the individual patient’s situation
If you would like to schedule a Mini-Consult, please call our offices (219-243-1912). The cost of the Mini-Consult is $75.00.