Fees and Billing Information
I have always provided clients up front with detailed information about the cost of an assessment . We will discuss this via email and during our initial phone call so that you do are fully aware of the costs involved.
For an evaluation, scheduling testing requires a $500 non-refundable deposit at the time of booking. The remaining balance for the evaluation is to be agreed upon prior to testing and is due in full at the time of the first testing session. Occasionally, changes to the scope of an evaluation need to be made once an evaluation is underway, and any increase in cost will be discussed in advance.
The fee for a consultation, letter of support, school meeting, or other service that is provided outside of the agreed scope of an ongoing evaluation will be discussed in advance of the service/meeting and is based on Dr. Dearing’s current hourly rate. Payment is due at the time of service.
Scheduled appointments require 24-hour cancellation notice. If notice is not received, an additional charge of $300 will apply.
The most secure way to make payment is via check sent to Dr. Dearing’s mailing address or delivered in person. Should you prefer electronic payment, Dr. Dearing accepts payment via Zelle, but at present, Zelle does not meet the electronic transmission and administrative requirements of HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, 1996). Payment sent via Zelle is done so at your own risk. No other forms of electronic payment are accepted.
Please note that I do not work directly with any insurance companies, nor am I a preferred provider in any insurance network. However, I provide every client with an itemized invoice at the conclusion of the evaluation (a "superbill") with relevant CPT and ICD codes should you wish to inquire with your insurance as to whether some level of coverage is available. If you'd like to confer with your insurer prior to testing regarding coverage, I'm happy to send you the list of CPT codes that I use.
NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL CLIENTS
In keeping with the January 1, 2022 implementation of the federal No Surprises Act, you are hereby additionally notified as follows: You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.
I have always provided clients up front with detailed information about the cost of an assessment . We will discuss this via email and during our initial phone call so that you do are fully aware of the costs involved.
For an evaluation, scheduling testing requires a $500 non-refundable deposit at the time of booking. The remaining balance for the evaluation is to be agreed upon prior to testing and is due in full at the time of the first testing session. Occasionally, changes to the scope of an evaluation need to be made once an evaluation is underway, and any increase in cost will be discussed in advance.
The fee for a consultation, letter of support, school meeting, or other service that is provided outside of the agreed scope of an ongoing evaluation will be discussed in advance of the service/meeting and is based on Dr. Dearing’s current hourly rate. Payment is due at the time of service.
Scheduled appointments require 24-hour cancellation notice. If notice is not received, an additional charge of $300 will apply.
The most secure way to make payment is via check sent to Dr. Dearing’s mailing address or delivered in person. Should you prefer electronic payment, Dr. Dearing accepts payment via Zelle, but at present, Zelle does not meet the electronic transmission and administrative requirements of HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, 1996). Payment sent via Zelle is done so at your own risk. No other forms of electronic payment are accepted.
Please note that I do not work directly with any insurance companies, nor am I a preferred provider in any insurance network. However, I provide every client with an itemized invoice at the conclusion of the evaluation (a "superbill") with relevant CPT and ICD codes should you wish to inquire with your insurance as to whether some level of coverage is available. If you'd like to confer with your insurer prior to testing regarding coverage, I'm happy to send you the list of CPT codes that I use.
NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL CLIENTS
In keeping with the January 1, 2022 implementation of the federal No Surprises Act, you are hereby additionally notified as follows: You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.
- Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
- You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
- Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
- If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
- Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
- For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.
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