FAQS
1. What is occupational therapy?
Occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need for daily activities (their “occupations”), enhancing independence and quality of life. A child’s “occupations” are play and learning. At School Kids OT, we specialize in supporting the development of fine motor and visual motor skills, focusing on building a strong foundation for play, writing and classroom participation.
2. What are signs my child may benefit from OT?
- Difficulty manipulating toys and puzzles
- Frequently dropping objects
- Poor or awkward grasp
- Difficulty using utensils
- Trouble opening containers
- Difficulty using scissors, glue sticks or other common classroom tools
- Difficulty with clothing fasteners
- Avoiding tasks and games that require fine motor skills
- Difficulty copying shapes or letters compared to peers
- Handwriting Difficulties (legibility, inconsistent sizing, spacing, or reversals)
- Difficulty with hand-eye coordination (like catching a ball)
- Difficulty following routines
- Difficulty with transitions
Click here to view Fine Motor Milestones by Age:
https://www.handyhandouts.com/pdf/145_FineMotorMilestones.pdf
Fine motor skills play a vital role in a child’s development. Explore the reasons why early intervention matters:
https://empoweredparents.co/why-are-fine-motor-skills-important/
3. Do you accept insurance?
We are not currently in-network with insurance providers. We are private pay (out of pocket), however we can provide you with a superbill upon request for potential reimbursement from your insurance provider. We recommend you contact your insurance provider to determine reimbursement rates for out-of-network OT services.
4. What questions should I ask my insurance company if I’m interested in superbill reimbursement?
- Does my plan cover out-of-network occupational therapy services?
- What percentage of the cost will be reimbursed for out of network OT services?
- What is my out of network deductible and how much of it has already been met this year?
- Are there any coverage limits, such as the number of sessions allowed per year?
- Do I need pre-authorization or a referral for out of network services to qualify for reimbursement?
5. What is the cost and what forms of payment do you accept?
Full Evaluation= $250 including follow up meeting to discuss results
Therapy Session (30 minutes)= $75
I accept credit card, cash, check, FSA and HSA.
6. Do you provide services in public schools?
We do not provide services within public schools, as there are already comprehensive support systems in place. We provide services for children who do not have access to existing programs.
Phone
253-655-4494