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What to Expect
At Children’s Behavioral Services, we know that you want to be an active parent to ensure your child reaches their full potential. To do that, you need early detection of developmental delays and/or autism spectrum disorders. The problem is not knowing where to start or what to do after your child receives a diagnosis, which makes you feel overwhelmed and frustrated. We believe that through our specialized therapies, children with developmental delays, deficits, and other unique needs can thrive more independently and confidently as they carry out tasks at home and in school. We understand that every child has different needs, challenges, and goals, which is why our certified therapists complete individualized assessments for each new patient and develop a treatment plan that aims to meet your child's goals and needs.
Below is a "roadmap" illustrating how we do it. Here is the process listed: First, we receive a referral from you (the parent) or the physician. Second, we provide a comprehensive intake application to gather vital information necessary to begin service. Third, we coordinate with your insurance company to guarantee their financial coverage for services designed for your child. Fourth, our licensed therapists or certified behavior analysts will complete an assessment of your child’s strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement in behavior and skills. Fifth, we verify the treatment plan with your insurance to ensure our plan-of-care meets the coverage criteria. Finally, we schedule services to start for your child.
You can get started by clicking this link here: GET STARTED or, by calling us at 573-883-6761. And in the meantime, check out our Parent’s Corner page where you’ll find a list of several different helpful resources for you and your family. You don’t have to feel stressed and worried about what to do next. Instead, contact us and we will help you every step of the way! Read how we’ve helped other parents just like you with their children through our services:
REFERRAL
Our clinic receives referral from a parent or physician
INTAKE
Family completes client intake information and consent forms
INSURANCE AUTHORIZATION
Clinic submits treatment plan to insurance and awaits for authorization
ASSESSMENT
The BCBA/PLBA will complete an assessment with the child and family. Assessments take anywhere from 2-8 hours split between multiple days.
TREATMENT PLAN
Plan of therapy treatment is submitted to insurance for final approval (2-3 WEEKS WAIT)
START SERVICES
The client and family will begin receiving services. Reevaluations are completed every 6 months to
determine if services are still necessary
Patients must have an autism diagnosis from a licensed physician or psychologist to receive applied behavior analysis (ABA) services.
An autism diagnosis isn't needed for occupational and/or speech therapy, but medical necessity must be shown for insurance billing, and a prescription from your provider is required.
What to bring on the first day
We can't wait to kick off this incredible journey with your child! Just a few quick reminders for the first day to make everything goes smoothly as we dive into our exciting services together!
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Copy of insurance card and copay
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Snack and drink for your kiddo
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A change of clothes
FAQS ABOUT SERVICES
When can my child get an appointment?
What are the co-pay and deductible requirements?
Does CBS offer counseling?
Why does CBS have to receive authorization from insurance before beginning services?
Does my child have to have an autism diagnosis to receive therapy?
My child did not qualify for therapy. What do I do now?
Insurances in our Network
We are currently in-network with most major insurance companies - state funded and private companies. We also accept private pay for services. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions regarding your specific coverage or if you do not see your insurance company listed.
Payments are due at time services are rendered unless prior financial arrangements have been made. Children's Behavioral Services offers financial plans for families that have copay/coinsurance/deductibles or who are paying privately for services. If outstanding balances are not paid in a timely manner Children's Behavior Services has the right to turn the account over to a third-party collections agent.
*Children's Behavioral Services obtains prior authorizations for treatments rendered.
