Intellectual Disability Evaluations
An intellectual disability evaluation is recommended when there are concerns about a patient’s cognitive functioning and adaptive skills. These evaluations help determine whether an individual meets criteria for an intellectual disability and identify the level of support needed for success at home, school, work, and in the community.
Services & Supports
- A diagnosis of intellectual disability may help individuals access:
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Medicaid HCBS Waiver
- Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
- Supported Employment Services
- Supported Living Services
- Consumer Directed Care Plus (CDC+)
- Individual and Family Supports (IFS)
Results of an Intellectual Disability Evaluation
Recommendations may include:
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Specialized educational supports
- Life skills and vocational training
- Behavioral and social skills interventions
- Speech and language therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Family guidance and support
- Referrals to medical or mental health providers
Evaluations may also support access to financial, educational, and community-based services.
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]
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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]