What is a Speech Pathologist and what qualifications must they meet? (Taken from ASHA website)
Speech-language pathologists , as defined by ASHA, are professionals who hold the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), which requires a master's, doctoral, or other recognized postbaccalaureate degree. ASHA-certified SLPs complete a supervised postgraduate professional experience and pass a national examination as described in the ASHA certification standards, (2014). Demonstration of continued professional development is mandated for the maintenance of the CCC-SLP. SLPs hold other required credentials where applicable (e.g., state licensure, teaching certification, specialty certification).
Each practitioner evaluates his or her own experiences with preservice education, practice, mentorship and supervision, and continuing professional development. As a whole, these experiences define the scope of competence for each individual. The SLP should engage in only those aspects of the profession that are within her or his professional competence.
SLPs are autonomous professionals who are the primary care providers of speech-language pathology services. Speech-language pathology services are not prescribed or supervised by another professional. Additional requirements may dictate that speech-language pathology services are prescribed and required to meet specific eligibility criteria in certain work settings, or as required by certain payers. SLPs use professional judgment to determine if additional requirements are indicated. Individuals with communication and/or swallowing disorders benefit from services that include collaboration by SLPs with other professionals.
All Speech Pathologists at Very-Well Said have completed these requirements and are licensed in Washington, D.C., or the state in which they are administering services.
Where are services done?
Services are done at your office (Accent Modification and Public Speaking) or your home or at your child's school. We also have access to office space in NE D.C. Our goal is is to provide a comfortable environment for you.
Do you take insurance?
At this time Very-Well Said, LLC does not take insurance. However, we can provide treatment notes, evaluations, etc., that you can submit to your insurance company to get reimbursed for services.
When is payment due?
Payment for evaluations are due upon receipt of the written report. Payment for services are due upon receipt of invoice at the end of each month.