Assessment, Testing, & Treatment for ages six and up
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CALM specializes in complete neurocognitive assessments. We believe strongly that a full and comprehensive evaluation yields the best results for treatment and moving forward.
Our assessment process is a series of five separate appointments. The first appointment is a virtual telehealth intake with one of our providers. This appointment is a get-to-know-you session where the client can go over symptoms, specific concerns, and expectations for the assessment.
From there, we perform three days of in-person testing. These sessions are held from 8:30-12:00 or 2:00-5:00 on Monday, or 8:30-12:00 or 1:30-5:00 on Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. This extensive testing allows us to be incredibly comprehensive. CALM tests include IQ, Depression, Anxiety, Executive Function, Processing Speed, Learning Disorders, Social Interactions, Working Memory, and ADHD. This allows CALM to see the whole person and we believe this is the best way to do assessments.
The fifth and final appointment, our follow-up, is a virtual telehealth appointment with the provider, where they will go over all testing results and help set up treatment plans for moving forward. We will also provide a written report with all of the testing results, as well as our specific recommendations. We emphasize treatments and how to move forward.
Our full assessment time takes around 2- 2.5 months to complete once we have an intake appointment on the calendar.
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For those undergoing Neurocognitive assessment, we also offer what is called a QEEG. This is a non-invasive brain scan that allows us to measure a client's brain waves. The QEEG is a brain mapping procedure. We use this information to compare a client's brain waves against individuals diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, depression. It can let us know the extent of previous head traumas and aid in recommendations for medical prescribers, if appropriate. The QEEG is not required, nor is it covered by any insurance companies at this time, so this is an optional procedure. $575 will be collected on the day of the procedure should you choose to have it done. We only ever perform this test in conjunction with our comprehensive testing as part of our complete assessment.
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For those undergoing Neurocognitive assessment, we also offer education testing is highly recommended for school-aged clients because it gives us an insight into their abilities, challenges, and learning style. This testing is not just for educational disabilities but can provide a meaningful picture of a cleint’s abilities compared to their peers. Knowing if a child is gifted or struggling is equally essential for the best treatment plans. Many kids can compensate for challenges with hard work and determination, or perhaps they are not having their full ability challenged in the classroom and could consider advanced classes.
Educational testing can also be a good fit for some adults. If you are thinking about pursuing higher education or are having educational factors affect your work, knowing more about your strengths and challenges can be very helpful.
Educational testing is optional and not covered by insurance. 300.00 dollars will be collected on the day of the test should you choose to have it done.
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CALM offers the following ongoing treatment both after assessment and as a standalone service
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Cogmed Working Memory Training is a solution for individuals who are held back by their working memory capacity. The Cogmed program can be used by children and adults with attention deficits or learning disorders, brain injury or stroke victims, and adults who are experiencing information overload or the natural effects of aging.
Working memory is the ability to keep information in your mind for a short time, focus on a task, and remember what to do next. By training your working memory, you will be better able to stay focused, ignore distractions, plan next steps, remember instructions, and start and finish tasks.
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Our therapists offer the traditional form of therapy: being seen by the provider regularly for checkups and accountability checks and strategies for moving forward. These tend to be weekly appointments. At this time, all therapy is being done via Telehealth. We offer Telehealth via a HIPAA-compliant video chat application through Simple Practice.
Insurance Accepted
CALM is in-network with BlueCross including Blue Plus and Blue Advantage through the Minnesota Healthcare Program
Out-of-network clients may choose to pay out of pocket for our services and submit costs to their insurance companies for potential reimbursement.
Fees
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Full assessment $3200.00
For those whose insurance is not accepted, we charge $3200.00 for our full assessment. We ask for half of our assessment costs at the initial intake appointment and the second half at the follow-up appointment. We accept most HSA cards and are willing to work out a payment plan if paying in two large lump sums would be challenging.
Fair Estimate for Insurance:
CALM’s Testing CPT Codes and Typically Billed Units:
90791- 1 unit ($375.00)
96138- 1 unit ($50.00 each)
96139- 9 units ($50.00 each)
96130- 1 unit ($200.00 Each)
96131- 5 units ($200.00 Each)
90837- 1 unit ($250.00 Each)
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For those whose insurance is not accepted, we charge $180.00- $250.00 for an hour telehealth session. We would be happy to provide you with an itemized receipt to submit to your provider for potential reimbursement, but we will collect the fee from you once the appointment has begun. Dr. Kotatee Tamba charges $180.00 per hour. Dr. Gary Johnson charges $250.00 per hour.
CALM's Therapy CPT Codes
90837- 1 unit ($180- $250.00 Each)
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Cogmed is not considered medically necessary by any insurance providers, so the cost is entirely out of pocket or patient pay. We do accept most HSA accounts if you chose to use this as a payment option. CALM charges $1000.00 for the entire program.