Cost and Evaluation Process
The total cost for a comprehensive adult autism evaluation is $2,000, which includes:
- A detailed written diagnostic report
- A diagnosis verification letter (if applicable)
- An accommodations request letter for work or school (if needed)
- Personalized transition resources and referrals
Evaluation Format and Payment Schedule
The evaluation is conducted over three telehealth sessions, with payments due at each step:
- Session 1: Initial Assessment (55 minutes) – $500
- Session 2: Clinical Interview & Testing (2 hours) – $1,000
- Session 3: Feedback & Results (55 minutes) – $500
Payments are processed securely through a client portal using a credit card or HSA/FSA card stored on file.
Step-by-Step Evaluation Process
Pre-Assessment Consultation (Free)
Start by contacting me via email through this website. We’ll schedule a 10–15-minute telehealth consultation to discuss your questions and determine if an autism evaluation is appropriate.
Part 1: Intake Forms and Questionnaires
Before our first session, you’ll complete a set of forms and self-report questionnaires (approx. 45–60 minutes). These provide important background information.
Part 2: Initial Assessment (Session 1)
In our first session, we’ll complete a series of psychometric assessments, including screeners for other conditions like trauma, depression, or anxiety. Fee: $500
Part 3: Additional Assessments (if needed)
If any assessments weren’t completed during Session 1, you’ll finish them on your own afterward. Time varies depending on what’s left.
Part 4: Clinical Interview (Session 2)
This 2-hour session is a deep-dive clinical interview exploring your history, experiences, and current concerns. Fee: $1,000
Part 5: Feedback & Results (Session 3)
We’ll review your results together using a personalized presentation. I’ll explain the diagnostic criteria, your scores, and whether they support an autism diagnosis. Fee: $500
Part 6: Final Report
After the final session, you’ll receive a comprehensive written report via secure email. It includes:
- Current Concerns and Goals
- Background and History
- Behavioral Observations
- Assessment Tools and Scores
- Clinical Interview Summary
- Diagnostic Impressions
- Recommendations
Optional ADHD Assessment Add-On
You may choose to add a comprehensive ADHD assessment to your autism evaluation:
- Additional Cost: $350
- Additional Time: 45-minute interview
This add-on helps clarify overlapping symptoms and ensures a more accurate diagnosis. Let me know during the intake process if you’d like to include it.
Insurance and Reimbursement
I am not in-network with any insurance providers. However, many clients receive partial reimbursement through their out-of-network benefits.
How to Check Your Out-of-Network Benefits
- Call Member Services Use the number on the back of your insurance card. Ask to speak with someone about out-of-network mental health benefits.
- Ask These Questions:
- Do I have out-of-network benefits for outpatient mental health services?
- Are CPT codes 90791, 96130, and 96131 covered?
- What percentage of the session fee is reimbursed?
- Is there a deductible? How much of it have I met?
- Do I need pre-authorization for psychological testing?
- What documentation is required to submit a claim?
- How do I submit a claim?
- Use Reimbursify I recommend Reimbursify—a secure, user-friendly app that simplifies the process of submitting and tracking out-of-network claims.