WHAT IS NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION?
A neuropsychological evaluation is a complex process that integrates information from a wide variety of sources in order to develop a clear picture of who the person is, assess how they are functioning, and determine what may be interfering with their ability to function more effectively. A neuropsychological evaluation relies on multiple sources of data and examines cognitive abilities, brain-behavior relationships, adaptive abilities, and psychological/personality functioning. The comprehensive nature of such an evaluation enables more accurate diagnoses, determines areas of strength and weakness, and provides relevant recommendations, such as the need for rehabilitation, academic, psychological/psychiatric, medical, and vocational interventions.
WHAT IS TESTING LIKE?
A neuropsychological evaluation consists of an initial interview, review of medical records, neuropsychological testing, and feedback about results. The testing portion typically takes between 4 and 6 hours to complete. Testing may consist of several different types of thinking tasks including answering questions, drawing, remembering, writing, and problem solving.
After testing is complete, Dr. Logan will write a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation report. This report consists of the patient’s relevant history (obtained during the initial interview), the results of the testing in narrative and data formats, a diagnosis section, and recommendations for further treatment.
The patient will meet with Dr. Logan for a 1-hour feedback session, during which he or she will be able to go over the information contained in the report, as well as receive his or her own copy of the report, if appropriate.
After testing is complete, Dr. Logan will write a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation report. This report consists of the patient’s relevant history (obtained during the initial interview), the results of the testing in narrative and data formats, a diagnosis section, and recommendations for further treatment.
The patient will meet with Dr. Logan for a 1-hour feedback session, during which he or she will be able to go over the information contained in the report, as well as receive his or her own copy of the report, if appropriate.
WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM TESTING?
People are referred for neuropsychological testing for many reasons. Physicians request evaluations to assist with clarifying diagnosis and to provide information to assist in ongoing care. Referrals are often made based on concerns that individuals or family members express to their doctor. Typically, treating physicians and individuals being evaluated are hoping to find answers to specific concerns. Common questions expressed by our patients include:
Neuropsychological Evaluations are helpful for many cognitive risk factors, which include:
- Did I suffer brain damage from an accident, trauma, or other event?
- Has my medical illness/procedure resulted in brain injury? How is it affecting me?
- Why do I have memory loss? What does it mean for my future?
- Do I have attention problems? What can I do to overcome this?
- Do I have a learning disability? Are there accommodations that can help?
Neuropsychological Evaluations are helpful for many cognitive risk factors, which include:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
- Neurological/Medical Conditions (Stroke, MS)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD/FAE)
- Dementias (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc.)
- Toxin Exposure
- Concussion
- Seizure Disorders
- Psychiatric Conditions (Schizophrenia, Depression, Bipolar, Addictions)
- Cognitive Impairment
- Developmental Disorders (Autism Spectrum)
- Speech/Language Disorders
- Learning Disorders and Dyslexia
HOW DO I BECOME A PATIENT?
Neurobehavior North, Inc. evaluates all individuals 16 years of age or older. Anyone interested in determining the testing fee and scheduling an appointment should contact us via telephone at (907) 745-5066. We do require a physician referral for all insurance-based medical/clinical evaluations.
Please check with our office about insurance plans that we accept. We are happy to provide information about how to determine if your neuropsychological evaluation will be covered by your plan.
Please check with our office about insurance plans that we accept. We are happy to provide information about how to determine if your neuropsychological evaluation will be covered by your plan.
