Services
Evaluation and treatment of difficulty with:
Swallowing
Dysphagia resulting from stroke, TBI, Parkinson’s
Communication
Aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria resulting from stroke, Primary Progressive Aphasia
Cognition
Executive dysfunction in adults and adolescents
Attention, memory, problem-solving, and visuospatial skills
Communication
Aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria resulting from stroke, Primary Progressive Aphasia
Swallowing
Dysphagia resulting from stroke, TBI, Parkinson’s
Cognition
Executive dysfunction in adults and adolescents
Attention, memory, problem-solving, and visuospatial skills
Swallowing
ADULTS ONLY
A clinical swallow evaluation will be completed to assess the oropharyngeal swallowing function. Suspicion of aspiration would warrant further testing, such as referral for a Video Fluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS) as an outpatient at a local hospital. Diet texture modifications may be recommended as well as exercises to improve muscle strength, endurance and/or coordination, as well as compensatory strategies to improve safety while eating and drinking. Weekly or twice weekly treatment sessions may be indicated for approximately 12 weeks.
60-minute Evaluation session: $325
30-minute Treatment session: $95/each
Executive Function Training for Adolescents and Adults
Charm City Brains, LLC will complete a cognitive-communication evaluation to assess domains including attention, memory, problem-solving, cognitive flexibility, and executive function skills. This assessment will determine the plan of care which may include treatment sessions to acquire use of internal strategies and external aids to optimize time management and efficient completion of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) such as school work, employment tasks, medication and personal finance management, and household responsibilities such as grocery shopping, meal preparation, laundry, etc. Treatment will focus on acquiring and implementing internal strategies and external aids to organize, plan, and prioritize schoolwork and/or job responsibilities with the goal of increased independence. A diagnostic report including personalized recommendations are provided as part of this evaluation. Weekly treatment sessions may be indicated for approximately 12 weeks.
Adult & Adolescent 90-minute Evaluation session: $425
Adult & Adolescent 60-minute Treatment session: $150/each
Speech & Language
For adult clients seeking Speech and Language services, we evaluate auditory and reading comprehension, verbal expression/word finding skills, and speech sound production that may have changed as a result of a stroke or neurological condition such as Parkinson’s disease.
A comprehensive report, recommendations, and consultation with the client's primary communication partner(s) are provided as part of the evaluation. Weekly or twice weekly treatment sessions may be indicated for approximately 12 weeks.
Adult 60-minute Evaluation: $395
Adult 45-minute Treatment session: $120/each
Fees- Good Faith Estimates
As Part of the No Surprises Act, Charm City Brains LLC aims to keep each client and their loved ones informed of the cost of services.
Clients who pay privately have a right to a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges, per the No Surprises Act of 2021. Call (410)617-1231 for more information.
Insurance
Charm City Brains, LLC participates with Medicare and Medicaid for medically necessary skilled services. Charm City Brains, LLC is out-of-network for all private insurance companies (e.g., Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Kaiser, etc.) Charm City Brains, LLC does accept Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) cards. Superbills/receipts are available for possible reimbursement or out-of-network benefits depending on your insurance. We will provide you with the necessary codes to submit to your insurance company upon request. Credit Card payment is due at time of service. We do not bill private insurance companies directly; you are responsible for payment of all fees. If you have insurance, we can provide you with necessary documentation to submit along with your insurance claim forms for any eligible reimbursement. Reimbursement from your insurance is not guaranteed, but fees paid for services may count towards your deductible.
Payment
Cash, checks, credit card, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA) payments are accepted. Maryland Medicaid and Medicare Part B are accepted. Superbills/receipts are available for possible reimbursement for out of network benefits depending on your insurance.
The economic viability of Charm City Brains, LLC depends upon payment for services and accepts check or credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express) payments in the office. Clients are responsible for paying their bills in a timely manner.
Our fee schedules are available upon request for all services.
Collection of Payment: Every attempt will be made to collect payment as services are rendered. In the event that there has been no attempt by the client to render payment for services after three (3) consecutive sessions and/or an account reaches a balance due of $201.00 or greater, your treatment may be suspended. This suspension will continue until an arrangement is agreed upon with Charm City Brains staff to adhere to a payment plan or to arrange for full remittance of the balance due. In addition to weekly appointments, we may charge an hourly amount for other professional services you may need. If you become involved in legal proceedings that require the participation of your clinician or any other clinic personnel, you will be expected to pay, at our usual and customary fee, for all professional time, including preparation and transportation costs, even if we are called to testify by another party.
Collection of Late Fees
If your account has not been paid for more than 120 days and arrangements for payment have not been agreed upon, we have the option of using legal means to secure the payment. This may involve hiring a collection agency which will require us to disclose otherwise confidential information. In most collection situations, the only information we release regarding a client’s treatment is their name, social security number, the nature of services provided, and the amount due.
RETURNED CHECK FEE
Charm City Brains LLC has a returned check fee of $25.00 for any checks returned unpaid by the bank.
Mileage fee
Mileage fee for sessions conducted at location of client’s convenience: $1 per mile plus any associated parking fees.
Consultation/Speaker fee
Theresa Alexander, M.S. CCC-SLP has been an invited speaker for continuing education presentations to SLPs, PTs, OTs, students, professionals, communication partners, and others. Recent invited presentations include to MedStar National Rehabilitation Network: Brain Mapping for Neurorehabilitation, and Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA): Key Concepts for the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
Speaker fees vary based upon the presentation length, preparation time, travel expenses, etc., starting at $200 per hour. Please reach out via email for scheduling and details: tbennett1@loyola.edu
Contact
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