THE READING COMPANY LLC

Building confidence through
speech, language, occupational therapy and literacy

FAQS

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILD NEEDS SPEECH OR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY?

It is important to understand children learn/grow at different rates. If your child struggles with communication, reading, sensory processing, motor skills, or daily tasks like dressing or feeding, they may benefit from speech or occupational therapy. Our team can help!

Here are some signs to look for:

Speech & Language: Limited vocabulary, difficulty pronouncing words, trouble following directions, or struggles with reading and spelling
Fine & Gross Motor Skills: Difficulty holding a pencil, using scissors, buttoning clothes, or poor balance and coordination
Sensory Processing: Overreacting or underreacting to sounds, textures, or movement
Daily Activities: Trouble with feeding, dressing, or social interactions
Feeding: Picky eating, texture sensitivities, chewing and swallowing difficulties, oral motor issues, behavioral mealtime challenges, or slow weight gain.

We recommend contacting your pediatrician, child's teacher, or childcare provider and expressing your concerns. They can be a great resource for information on how your child is growing outside of your home.

If you're still concerned about your child's development, call (270) 938-0101 today for a free phone consultation.

HOW LONG AND HOW FREQUENT ARE THERAPY VISITS?

Therapy is always tailored to the unique needs of the individual. We typically recommend 30-45-minute sessions. Depending on the type and severity of deficits, therapy is recommended at 1x, 2x, or 3x per week. The scope and duration of therapy will be discussed in consultation with the clinician after the evaluation.

HOW LONG WILL MY CHILD NEED THERAPY?

The amount of time of which a child will need speech or OT therapy services is specific to each individual child. Several factors come into play including the severity of the disorder, cooperation and motivation of the child as well the child’s readiness to learn.

DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?

Yes! We bill most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS, Aetna, United Healthcare, Humana, Cigna, and Medicaid. Once you provide your insurance information, we will verify your benefits. If your plan does not cover the specific therapy provided, you may be responsible for any out-of-pocket costs. Contact us with any questions—we’re happy to help!

Information on Dyslexia Diagnosis

The evaluation and treatment of dyslexia should be conducted much differently than other reading disorder assessments. In order to get diagnosed properly, a qualified Speech Language Pathologist with training in Dyslexia should perform the evaluation. You should NOT have your student evaluated for dyslexia if your sole purpose is to gain special education help for your student at school. It is up to individual school districts as to what their policy on testing and qualifying students for special education services will be. An outside agency report (such as The Reading Company) will not automatically qualify your child for school services. While gaining an understanding that your child has dyslexia is powerful, a report will not force a public school to take any additional action they are not willing to already take. However, the information gained in a dyslexia evaluation can be priceless. When the right remediation program is used through the Barton Program approach, students can become very successful readers and spellers.

What is a Good Faith Estimate?

Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) explaining the expected cost of your therapy services. This applies to individuals who are uninsured or choose to self-pay for services.

What You Need to Know:

You have the right to receive a written Good Faith Estimate before your scheduled service.
The estimate will outline the expected total cost of services, including evaluations, therapy sessions, and any related fees.
If your final bill is at least $400 more than the estimated cost, you can dispute the charges.

How to Request a Good Faith Estimate:

If you would like a Good Faith Estimate, please contact us at:
📞 270- 938-0101
📧 billing@readcollc.com

For more information about your rights under the No Surprises Act, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.