FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Do not hesitate to contact Dr. Scarborough with any questions you may have!
Fees & Payment
What is your fee policy?
Services are billed at an hourly rate.
Testing/Evaluations: $250/hr
Evaluation fees include the clinical/diagnostic interview, testing, scoring of tests/measures administered, interpretation of results, review of records, feedback to review results and recommendations as well as report writing time.
Consultation services: $100-$250/hr
Phone consultations that exceed 15 minutes: $25 per 15 minute increment
Cash, check, bank transfers, and credit/debit cards are accepted forms of payment
When will I be charged for services?
Fees are due the day of service.
What types of payment are accepted?
We currently accept all major credit cards (includes FSA/HSA cards), checks, and cash.
Given the increasing fees associated with credit cards we offer a 5% discount for cash payments
Do you accept insurance?
Drs. Scarborough and McDermott are considered out-of-network providers; therefore, you can request invoices with all of the necessary information needed to submit to your insurance provider to receive reimbursement. It is recommended that you contact your insurance provider to discuss your benefits and out-of-network reimbursement process as well as rates for neuropsychological (CPT 96116, 96132, 96133, 93136, 96137) & psychological (CPT 90791, 96130, 96131, 96136, 96137) testing prior to your appointment. Please note that insurers typically do not cover evaluations for learning disorders/disabilities or academic concerns.
Other Commonly ASKED Questions
Are you offering in-person or telehealth services? Scarborough Neuropsychology, PC is offering both in-person and telehealth services. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state specific COVID-19 related guidelines are being followed for in-person services. Telehealth services including the initial parent/diagnostic interview as well as testing are provided via a secure HIPAA compliant telehealth platform (doxy.me).
How should I prepare my child for the evaluation? This depends on your child’s age and level of functioning. However, in most cases, telling your child that they will be undergoing an evaluation to better understand their learning and thinking style is sufficient. Be sure to tell your child (especially younger children) that they will not have any shots or blood drawn during the appointment! It is also important that your child get a good night’s rest and have a good meal the morning of the evaluation. Additionally, please be sure your child brings any prescribed glasses/hearing aids. Lastly, please administer any prescribed medications.
What happens after I contact Dr. Scarborough? You will be contact by one of the providers to arrange an initial clinical/diagnostic interview to review your child's history (e.g., family, birth, developmental, educational, and psychosocial history). This initial session typical lasts 1 hour. The testing session will be scheduled for a separate day should it be determined that testing will be beneficial and all parties are in agreement. For parents seeking treatment for their child, depending on your child’s age and the referral questions/concerns your child will be included in all or part of the interview.
What can I expect the day of the evaluation?On the testing day, parents will be asked to have a seat in the waiting area and may be given some paperwork and questionnaires to complete while waiting. Given the length of time most evaluations take, parents will have some down time and are encouraged to bring a book, computer, or other entertainment. Wifi is available in the waiting area. Your child and the provider will remain in the office to complete the testing portion of the evaluation. Breaks will be taken as needed throughout the testing session. Please be sure to bring in snacks and lunch. One parent/legal guardian should plan to remain on site throughout the appointment with children under the age of 18. In most cases, a one-hour feedback session will be provided on a separate day. During this appointment, results and recommendations will be reviewed; however, depending on the type and length of the evaluation the feedback session may take place on the day of testing. A comprehensive report which includes testing results, impressions, and recommendations will be provided approximately 3 weeks following the feedback session.
What should I bring the day of the evaluation?Please bring copies of pertinent medical and/or educational records, as well as previous testing results (e.g., current IEP/504 plan, previous neuropsychological/psychological or psychoeducational evaluations, non-routine medical records). Also, plan on bringing something to drink and snacks/lunch for yourself and your child. Please note that the office is located off of York Road, should you choose not to bring a lunch there are many lunch options located nearby.
What is your cancellation policy?At least 24 hour notice is required regarding cancellations to avoid being charged for that time.
Do you prescribe medication?Licensed Clinical Psychologists are not permitted to prescribe medication in the state of Maryland. If medication is being considered, an appropriate referral will be provided.
Do you provide therapy? Although trained in clinical psychology, Drs. Scarborough and McDermott do not currently provide therapy services. They collaborate with several local providers including the Center for Family and Behavioral Health (CFBH) and the Maryland Parent Child Clinic to provide therapy services for their clients.
Where is the office located and where should I park?Scarborough Neuropsychology, PC is located at 201 W. Padonia Rd., Suite 302 Lutherville, MD 21093. The office is less than 1 mile from I-83. Clients can park in any space designated for visitors (which are located at the front of the building) or any other space that is not marked as reserved.