Question 1

What forms do I need to bring prior to the first visit?

Accepted Answer

Answer:  Prescription from a Medical Doctor (Original prescription with  Diagnosis, Date of Birth, Evaluation & Treatment as indicated)  Insurance Card  Current IEP,(Individualized Educational Plan), (If Applicable),  Children in Public School in Special Education (Expires Yearly) Current IFSP, (Individualized Family Service Plan, with Signature  Page), Children from birth to 3 years of age in Babies Can’t Wait  Program, ( If Applicable) Expires every 6  months Psychological Assessment (If Applicable) Any recent OT evaluations within the last 6 months ( If Applicable)

Question 2

What should you expect after the Occupational Therapy Evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Answer: A report will be provided to parent in regards to interpretation of evaluation,  goals established in plan of care, and any recommendations and/or activities suggested  by your therapist. This will also be a great time to ask your therapist any questions or concerns you may have in regards to your child.

Question 3

How long will it take before therapy sessions start after the evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Answer: It depends on the type of insurance you have. Some insurances require approval  for continued therapy visits. We are required to submit certain documents to insurance companies after initial evaluation.    If documentation is not submitted in a timely manner, this could delay the start of  therapy services.

Question 4

How long are the therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

Answer:  Sessions could last from 30 to 60 minutes depending on temperament, cognitive status, goals established in Occupational Therapy Evaluation/ Plan of Care.

Question 5

How long will Occupational Therapy sessions lasts?

Accepted Answer

Answer:   It depends on the progression of the patient reaching their goals established in  the Plan of Care/OT Evaluation. If patient has either reached their maximum potential with therapy or has regressed, discharge from services may be warranted.