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Accuracy: Diagnostic evaluations provide a more thorough examination of a condition compared to a simple interview. Interviews, records reviews, observations, and test data are utilized to ascertain a more definitive diagnosis.
Proper Treatment: As with physical illnesses, appropriate treatment begins with a proper evaluation and subsequent diagnosis. Do not waste time going to a therapist who is providing random treatment without an accurate understanding of the diagnosis and its supported treatment.
Education: Some diagnoses, particularly those that impact a student's education, require a thorough evaluation that includes psychological test data. Many neurodevelopment disorders (e.g., Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) as well as acquired cognitive disorders (e.g., Mild Neurocognitive Disorder) generally require formal cognitive assessment.
Time Involved: Evaluation time varies by age and specific referral questions. No more procedures are utilized than are necessary to answer the referral question. Testing can begin as young as 2 1/2 years of age to determine intellectual deficits and learning delays.
Typical Fee Schedule Without Educational Concerns:
1 hour interview
2 hours testing (including scoring time)
1 hour records review and report time
Typical Fee Schedule With Educational Concerns:
1 hour interview
4 hours testing (including scoring time)
1 hour records review and report time
Fee: $150/hour
Free brief feedback session is provided
Reasons for Diagnostic Evaluation:
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATIONS
Kansas City Psychology Center
Empirically Supported Clinical Services