Autism Evaluations
An autism evaluation is recommended when a patient demonstrates ongoing difficulties with social communication and interaction, along with restricted or repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. Autism testing helps provide diagnostic clarity and personalized recommendations for children, adolescents, and adults.
Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder
We recommend scheduling an autism evaluation if you or your child is demonstrating any of the following symptoms:
- Limited back and forth conversation
- Uses your hand as a tool
- Usually does not respond to his or her name being called
- Limited pretend play
- Rarely shares his or her interests or enjoyment with others
- Limited social response
- Seems withdrawn and in his or her own world
- Poor eye contact
- Limited facial expressions
- Ignores the efforts of others to engage
- Limited interest in other children
- Difficulties with social cues
- Repetitive speech (echolalia) or repetitive vocalizations
- Repetitive hand movements (e.g., finger flicking or hand flapping)
- Repetitive body movements (e.g., rocking, spinning)
- Toe-walking
- Repetitive use of objects
- Lines up toys
- Difficulties with transitions
- Fixated interests (special interests, preferred objects, topics of conversation)
- Preoccupation with texture or touch (includes attraction/aversion to texture)
- Looks at objects or people out of the corner of his or her eyes
- Visual fascination with lights or movement
- Adverse response to specific sounds (covering ears)
Results of an Autism Evaluation
Recommendations from an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) evaluation may include behavioral therapy (e.g., ABA), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, individualized educational supports, social skills groups, family training, and referrals for medical or mental health support.
Get Answers. Gain Clarity.
Contact our office to learn more or schedule an autism evaluation in Miami with Dr. Lavado.
OFFICE LOCATION
OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
In-office or telehealth appointments available
INSURANCE ACCEPTED
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Evernorth
- Florida Blue
- Humana
- Memorial Healthcare
- Optum
- Optum VA
- Tricare
- UMR
- United Healthcare
CONTACT
Phone : (305) 587-7737
Fax : (305) 517-5377
Email : [email protected]
© Dr. Megan Lavado 2026. All Rights Reserved.
INSURANCE ACCEPTED
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Evernorth
- Florida Blue
- Humana
- Memorial Healthcare
- Optum
- Optum VA
- Tricare
- UMR
- United Healthcare
OFFICE LOCATION
OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
In-office or telehealth appointments available
CONTACT
Phone : (305) 587-7737
Fax : (305) 517-5377
Email : [email protected]
© Dr. Megan Lavado 2026. All Rights Reserved.
Autism Evaluations
An autism evaluation is recommended when a patient demonstrates ongoing difficulties with social communication and interaction, along with restricted or repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. Autism testing helps provide diagnostic clarity and personalized recommendations for children, adolescents, and adults.
Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder
We recommend scheduling an autism evaluation if you or your child is demonstrating any of the following symptoms:
- Limited back and forth conversation
- Uses your hand as a tool
- Usually does not respond to his or her name being called
- Limited pretend play
- Rarely shares his or her interests or enjoyment with others
- Limited social response
- Seems withdrawn and in his or her own world
- Poor eye contact
- Limited facial expressions
- Ignores the efforts of others to engage
- Limited interest in other children
- Difficulties with social cues
- Repetitive speech (echolalia) or repetitive vocalizations
- Repetitive hand movements (e.g., finger flicking or hand flapping)
- Repetitive body movements (e.g., rocking, spinning)
- Toe-walking
- Repetitive use of objects
- Lines up toys
- Difficulties with transitions
- Fixated interests (special interests, preferred objects, topics of conversation)
- Preoccupation with texture or touch (includes attraction/aversion to texture)
- Looks at objects or people out of the corner of his or her eyes
- Visual fascination with lights or movement
- Adverse response to specific sounds (covering ears)
Results of an Autism Evaluation
Recommendations from an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) evaluation may include behavioral therapy (e.g., ABA), speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, individualized educational supports, social skills groups, family training, and referrals for medical or mental health support.