FAQs

    • A neuropsychologist is a clinical psychologist who specializes in understanding the relationship between the physical brain/central nervous system and behavior; more specifically, how brain structures and systems relate to thinking, learning, and functioning.

    • Sports neuropsychology is a sub-specialty of neuropsychology in which a clinical neuropsychologist applies the science of the relationships between brain/central nervous system functioning and behavior to the assessment and treatment of sports-related brain injury.

    • In addition to the training of a neuropsychologist, a sports neuropsychologist requires specialized training in mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and concussion.

    • A sports neuropsychologist provides diagnosis, evaluation, treatment intervention, and therapeutic skills tailored to athletes of varying ages and abilities (e.g., elite, professional, amateur) within the unique context of competitive sports and athletic performance.

    • A sports neuropsychologist can also provide intervention, treatment, and consultation related to sports performance.

    • Present to Dr. Eisenlohr’s office for the evaluation like any other day. Get a good night sleep, eat breakfast, take all medication as prescribed, and utilize any assistive devices necessary or prescribed including glasses/contacts, hearing aids, AFO’s, wheel chair etc.

    • Upon arrival there will be an in-person clinical interview and then the assessment will start.

    • The patient will complete paper/pencil, iPad, and puzzle type games and tasks. Dr. Eisenlohr creates a warm, fun, and engaging environment. The patient may take breaks, eat snacks, and go to the restroom as needed.

    • Upon the completion of the assessment, preliminary feedback will be provided.

    • A follow-up telehealth or in-person feedback session will be scheduled for a week after the evaluation. The final report will be provided approximately 72 hours after the feedback.

    • Dr. Eisenlohr will remain a member of your healthcare team and willing to support in forms of letters, meetings (e.g., IEP, 504, etc.), and perform brief intervention if appropriate.

    • Do everything you would normally do.

    • Get a good night's sleep. (Brains like sleep).

    • Eat breakfast or a morning snack. (Brains like food).

    • Take medication as prescribed.

    • Use and wear all prescribed and assistive devices (e.g., glasses/contacts, hearing aids, wheelchairs, AFO’s, etc.).

    • Cognitive and Sports Neuropsychology will not be submitting your bill through the insurance or contacting the patient’s insurance for prior authorization of services.

    • A “superbill” summarizes treatment details for the insurance company and will be provided upon request. The patient can submit the “superbill” to their insurance for reimbursement. The patient is ultimately responsible for obtaining reimbursement from insurance.

    • Should a patient like to use insurance, we recommend the patient contact their insurance company prior to services to understand and clarify the reimbursement process, rates, and options. Please see fee chart HERE